El portal de la papa en Argentina
More than 300 potato producers from the department of Intibucá met with representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (SAG) to discuss strategies aimed at boosting national production.
In 2025, producers had overstock due to a lack of local sales and also because Brazil, the main importer, shifted from the Argentine market to the European market to reduce costs. Today, there is a slight rebound, but only enough to cover expenses.
Colombia has lifted all anti-dumping duties on EU frozen fries imported from Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands. This decision reinstates full market access for 85% of EU frozen fry exports that were previously impacted by the restrictions.
Guarapuava, a municipality located in the heart of Paraná, has consolidated its position as a giant in potato production in Brazil.
The activity was carried out within the framework of the agreement between INIA and PERU LNG.
The European potato market is facing strong pressure as a result of a significant surplus, leading to producers, in some cases, having to absorb additional costs in order to sell their product.
The Native Potato project promotes phytosanitary control, optimizes seed quality, and coordinates potato marketing, both in the national market and in export initiatives.
2025 was marked by losses, oversupply, and a sharp drop in prices.