Irish potatoes continue to be exported to Portugal and the Netherlands

Published 2023년 3월 17일

Tridge summary

Colder weather has increased domestic consumption of peeling material in Ireland, while fieldwork has come to a halt. Exports of potatoes to Portugal and the Netherlands are on the rise, with demand for more Irish stock. In the UK, demand from Eastern Europe is stable, but UK growers are seeking higher prices. Buyers in mainland Spain have also applied for Irish potatoes. Export prices in Europe are gradually increasing, and markets in Spain and Portugal are expected to be slightly stronger this week. However, prices in the fruit and vegetable sector are stable, but demand is low.

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Original content

Irish domestic consumption should be boosted by the colder weather this week. Demand for peeling material has risen again this week and strong prices have been reported. The current weather conditions have halted all fieldwork. Exports of potatoes from Ireland to Portugal and the Netherlands continue and there is a strong demand for more Irish stock. In the UK, demand from Eastern Europe remains, but UK growers are now looking for higher prices. Buyers for mainland Spain also submitted applications this week. Export prices are gradually ...

Source: AGF