The market for potato chips is growing in Myanmar

Published 2021년 11월 1일

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Farmers in Magway Region, Myanmar, have shifted their focus to cultivating fried potatoes due to its stronger market demand over edible potatoes. They have allocated 30 acres of land for this purpose, as they have experienced higher prices for fried potatoes in the past. Additionally, the cold variety of potatoes they grow ensures a higher yield and germination rate, without the need for refrigeration. Despite the higher cost of fried potatoes, the yield and consistency make it a more profitable crop. These fried potatoes are then exported to other regions for processing.

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According to potato growers in Magway Region, farmers are mainly cultivating fried potatoes (fried potatoes), which has a stronger market compared to the market for edible potatoes. Potatoes are grown on 30 acres. In the past, we used to grow both potatoes and fried potatoes. Q: Now you only grow fried potatoes. French fries are also more expensive. Yields are also guaranteed as only cold varieties are grown. The germination rate is also certain. There is no refrigeration for potatoes. Chinese Potatoes Because it is cultivated in different areas, both the yield and It is not safe to grow plants. There is a difference in the price. Magway Region Minbu District Salin Township Kyaw Zin Tun, a potato grower in Sin Phyu Island, said. Last year, fried potatoes (fried potatoes) cost 900 kyats per pound. While the prices were around 1,000 kyats, the price of cooked potatoes was around 600 kyats per pound, according to farmers. It is very difficult for our area to get good ...

Source: Greenwaymyanmar