Extremely wet weather could lead to potato shortages in New Zealand

Record amounts of rain before Christmas are expected to lead to an early potato shortage and higher prices in New Zealand. With record amounts of rain in November, this means yields will be lower, as potatoes need sunlight and dry soil to harvest. Chris Claridge, director of Potatoes New Zealand, said the wet weather would disrupt harvesting and growth in some areas, but not overall supply, as potatoes are grown and harvested all over the country. But early in the ...