Potato production has increased in North-Western Europe

Published 2024년 12월 9일

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The EU-4 region has seen a 7.2% increase in potato planted area, leading to a 6.9% rise in production, reaching 24.6 million tons. Despite this, potato prices have dropped by 20% compared to last year. The average yield in the four NEPG countries was slightly below the 5-year average and last year's indicator. The price of Dutch potatoes, however, saw an 18% increase in December, but is still 20% lower than last year. The potato farming industry in the EU is expressing concerns about sustainability, which could push small growers away, potentially leading to consolidation and more large-scale production.

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The total planted area of potatoes in the EU-4 region increased by 37,700 hectares (+7.2%), increasing production by 6.9% compared to last year and reaching 24.6 million tons (+1.6 million tons). The price of tubers is 20% lower compared to last year. It traditionally increased in December by 18% for the month. This is reported by Mintec. It is noted that according to NEPG (North-West European Potato Producers), the average yield in the four NEPG countries this year, which ended in November, is 43.8 t/ha, which is slightly below the 5-year average (44.4 t/ha ha) and last year's indicator. Expana's benchmark price (EBP) for Dutch potatoes rose to £165 a tonne, up 18% in the month to December 3. This seasonal increase in prices in 2024/25MR is in line with the typical trend as farmers store their potatoes after harvest, pushing up prices. However, the current price is 20% lower than last year, reflecting a more successful crop compared to the wet 2023 crop. There is growing concern ...

Source: Agrotimes