The world potato market will exceed $137 billion in five years

This is evidenced by the results of the Mordor Intelligence study, writes Potato News Today. Analysts note that the potato, the third most important food crop after rice and wheat, has strengthened its position as a staple food for billions of people around the world. The culture's adaptability to different climatic conditions, ease of storage and high nutritional value make it an indispensable source of food, especially in regions where food security is an urgent problem. The report notes that the global potato market is represented by more than 4,000 edible varieties, most of which grow in the Andes of South America. One of the most significant trends in consumption growth is the global shift to potato processing products. Less than 50% of potatoes grown worldwide are consumed fresh. Most is processed into various food products such as frozen French fries, potato chips, dehydrated cereals, flour and starch. Analysts note that the Asia-Pacific region is the largest and fastest ...