Europe: Potato Export Markets Are “Quieter” Than September 2024
Despite the strong demand for Spanish potatoes in France and reports of some migration to Eastern Europe, potato export markets around Europe are reportedly quieter than a month ago.
“In the U.K. for potato chipping varieties, overall clearance is north of 80%. In terms of markets, most movement is currently contract related but buyers for some of the main multiples have been looking for blocks of best quality free buy,” the latest IFA report reveals.
Potato farmers in Ireland have been harvesting for the past few days, and many believe that the 2024 harvest will be the final one. Overall, the crop this season has benefited from good land and weather circumstances. The harvest of the primary potato crop is currently more than 80% finished.
“Once again growers are reporting that yields on late planted crops are significantly less than last year. With such a shortage of old season crop towards the end of last season and reduced yields this year, there will be a market for every potato harvested this year,” the IFA potato experts concluded.
