European potato demand remains strong despite rising prices in Netherlands
Fresh Common Potato
Vegetables
Netherlands
Published May 25, 2023
Tridge summary
The Mintec benchmark prices for industrial potatoes EXW Netherlands were set on May 16, 2023 at 420 euros per ton, which represents an increase of 66% on an annual basis. Despite the rising prices, the demand for potatoes remains robust. The continued delays in planting and the limited supply of over-the-counter in the NEPG region has led to more competition for the over-the-counter stocks, driving up prices.
Original content
According to a market source, certain popular varieties are becoming difficult to obtain as supplies are dwindling. Dutch growers are under extra pressure to harvest on October 1 due to the new nitrogen limitation legislation; the legislation obliges growers on sandy soils to harvest before 1 October and to plant a nitrogen-absorbing catch crop. Due to this legal obligation, the pressure on dwindling stocks has increased and there are fears that Dutch growers will not be able to complete the harvest within the set period, given the late planting this season and the risk of unfavorable conditions during the harvest. At ...
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