Potato prices in United Kingdom are down in November, but still higher than 2021

The Mintec benchmark price for UK potatoes fell 5% month-on-month to €220/tonne in the week of November 23. The price of potatoes has gradually decreased since the start of the harvest, as the harvest of the main crops was in full swing and an increasing volume of the crop was entering the market. Despite the recent price drop, the price is still up 31% year-over-year. Potato growers are still confronted with higher cultivation costs than last year, especially energy, fertilizer and transport costs. Potato storage costs have increased significantly compared to 2021 due to higher electricity costs, the main price driver at this time of year. ...