Belgium: The kingdom of fries
In Belgium, at least 85% of the 3.5 to 4.5 Mt of potatoes produced each year are destined for a processing site. This shows the weight of the industry in this country.
Europa 08/03/2025
Bélgica: French fries potato price drops below 20 euros
The Belgian Belgapom has further lowered the quotation for French fries potatoes of the Fontane variety to below 20 euros per 100 kilos. This week’s reduction amounts to 2.50 euros, bringing the price to 17.50 euros per 100 kilos.
Europa 08/03/2025
Russia to boost potato imports
Due to a poor harvest in 2024, Russia’s potato imports are expected to nearly double. The government has allowed duty-free imports of up to 150,000 tons to stabilize the market.
Europa 08/03/2025
Brasil: Excesso de oferta nos mercados mantém preços baixos
O clima quente está forçando os produtores a colher
Latam 07/03/2025
Brazil: Excess supply in markets keeps prices low
Hot weather is forcing growers to harvest
Latam 07/03/2025
Nicaragua: Potato and tomato prices are low in Estelí and Somoto
Potato producers in Miraflor are facing a drop in prices before marketing their harvest, while tomato prices continue to decline in Somoto.
Latam 06/03/2025
France: The French potato market is going through one of its worst crises in years
One of the most alarming aspects of this crisis is the drastic reduction in prices on the free market.
Europa 05/03/2025
Cuba: Potato harvest begins in Ciego de Avila
The agricultural company La Cuba has started the potato harvest in Ciego de Ávila, which will gradually extend to various state and rural production units in the province.
Latam 05/03/2025