Sweet potatoes - the current overview of European markets

Contrary to last year, when the supply of sweet potatoes decreased, this year's harvest can be considered average. A modest harvest is available in many countries. Despite the decline in demand from the catering sector, retailers are soaking up good quantities. Prices have risen almost everywhere due to the coronavirus pandemic. Despite the sweet potato boom in recent years, acreage in Spain has been cut by 10-15 percent this season. The harvest began between June 15 and 20 at fairly acceptable prices, but there was more pressure and fierce competition from Egypt after that. There are still plenty of sweet potatoes of various origins on the market, so prices remain relatively low but stable. Traders are also noticing an increase in demand for small sizes like S and M, although L sizes remain the most popular. There are also sweet potatoes preserved with salt, but the demand is not high. With these sweet potatoes, some growers have the product in stock all year round. It should ...