Ukraine introduces national standard for potatoes
Ukraine has developed and implemented a national standard for food potatoes. The regulations will be enforced according to the order issued by the Ukrainian Scientific Research and Educational

Polish new potatoes are getting cheaper. Imports still present on the market [29.05.2023].
The Broniszach market is recording price drops for domestic new potatoes. It is no different in the case of imported goods, which unfortunately are still present on the Polish market in alarmingly

"Through our network of suppliers in Spain, Portugal and Israel, we are able to deliver year-round"
Organic sweet potatoes are now nearing the end of the season. "High-quality sweet potatoes from Portugal are still being loaded, so we will not finish this year's marketing season until the end of

What's the difference between early potatoes and new potatoes? They are not the same
May is the time of the first new potatoes, which are a rarity in our spring kitchen. They are not only tasty, but also healthy and rich in nutrients. And although we will come across different

Potatoes from the new harvest at record-low prices in Georgia in EastFruit’s history – they are even lower than the prices for older potatoes
EastFruit analysts note that the new potato season in Georgia began with very high prices for the potatoes of the new harvest. However, according to a survey held on May 19, the average wholesale

The local potato is gaining popularity in Catalonia
Although potatoes are one of the basic ingredients in typical Catalan dishes, such as xuquet or trinxat, Catalonia has never been known for its potato production volumes within its territory. For

In May, the assortment in the capital market of Belarus is almost summer-like
Belarusians demand vegetables such as beets, carrots and potatoes, the main ingredients of borscht, all year round and now their prices have become more reasonable. As we approach summer, tomatoes

Part of the potato and onion production is lost
We can say potatoes are lost in the areas hit by the flood in Emilia Romagna (Ravenna, Forlì-Cesena and Bologna provinces), as 24 hours under water are more than enough to destroy the crops. The

"First cold-soil Frieslander potatoes available"
In the Netherlands, Polder Potato's Anton Riezbos has managed to get his hands on the first cold-soil Frieslanders. The early potatoes come from the De Jong company. "These were planted early and

New potatoes in the Bronisze. At what price?
In Broniszach, Polish producers are offering new potatoes from domestic crops. However, prices are not very stable and depend on the supply on any given day. On the Bronisze market, the still

Survey asked Americans what is their favorite, nutritious way to eat potatoes
A recent Potatoes USA survey investigated different regions’ preferred, nutritious ways to eat the mighty spud. And the results just might surprise you. “As a dietitian I know the

"A load of potatoes there, and back with pallets"
It has been four and a half years since Van der Windt acquired the pallet and container business Wipal. These are both Dutch companies. Van der Windt's various branches have been active in potato

"Lower Saxony storage potatoes hardly available on the open market"
This year's potato marketing season is now in its final spurt. "Alternative goods are being phased out: hardly any goods are still available on the open market and are traded at higher prices; in

Nutritionist advises to eat kiwis with skin and all
Registered nutritionist Gabi Zaromskyte claims that she eats the skin on a lot of fruit and vegetables, because of the benefits it has for her gut. According to Zaromskyte, the skins of potatoes,

North Wales chips shops suffer from potato shortages and price hikes
Through his business, Peter Gwyn and Sons Quality Potatoes, Peter Gwyn has supplied potatoes in North Wales for over 30 years. But he is now seeing things that he has never experienced. The

Selenella potatoes, growing areas invested
Selenella is going against the current and is doing so by counting on ever larger areas. In particular, the hectares are growing in Sicily (by 20%) and Emilia-Romagna, two regions that are

Is the Egyptian production the solution for potato shortage in Europe?
This year is marked by strong demand and insufficient supply of potatoes, a situation that professionals of the industry and media go so far as to call "the global potato shortage". On the

Inflation causes double-digit dollar growth for potatoes
Inflation continues to have an impact across the country. For potatoes, retailers across the country are seeing incredible double digit dollar growth. “However, this is coming at the expense of

Apofruit at Macfrut relaunches with new projects and investments
Positive for Apofruit the balance of the last edition of Macfrut,a "strategic" event according to its president Mirco Zanotti. Several projects were presented. The collaboration with Colt.Or:

France: Vitalis Group opens its capital and plans further growth
The Vitalis Group, one of the leading French companies in the trade and packaging of potatoes and fresh spices, has nine packaging sites in France, located in the main production areas. More than

Prices for new harvest potatoes, cabbage, and carrots rose sharply in Ukraine
In mid-May, prices for new harvest potatoes, cabbage, and carrots rose sharply. Agricultural companies began shipping young cabbage at 30% higher prices than a week ago. The cause of the price

Patatas Hijolusa acquires 100% of Agrícola Villena
Patatas Hijolusa, a leading company in the cultivation, selection, packaging, and marketing of fresh potatoes in the Iberian Peninsula, acquired on May 8th 100% of Agrícola Villena, S.L., a

Good performance for Egyptian potatoes in the Spanish market
This year has been marked by global climate changes that have disrupted the production of potatoes and caused changes in procurement channels. According to Nessem Amgad, export manager of Elteriak

Belarus: Potatoes planted on 81.9% of target area
According to a statement from the Belarusian Agriculture and Food Ministry, potatoes have been planted on 81.9% of the target area in Belarus. As of 15 May, spring crops were planted on the area

Patatas Hijolusa acquires 100% of Agrícola Villena
Patatas Hijolusa, the leading company in the cultivation, selection, packaging and marketing of fresh potatoes on the Iberian Peninsula, has consolidated as a group and on 8 May acquired 100% of