India: Potato prices ease after up to 40% jump in mid-March; can consumers expect more relief ahead?
Analysts expect the wholesale prices to ease further from the current Rs 15-18 per kilogram before a rise in the coming months.
Asia 13/04/2024
Gran Bretaña: Egypt’s pressure on the potato markets fueled by the sharp devaluation of pound
According to EastFruit analysts, the sharp devaluation of the Egyptian pound is having a noticeable impact on the potato market in Europe.
Europa 05/04/2024
Filipinas: Two onion cold storage facilities inaugurated in Nueva Ecija
The Department of Agriculture has inaugurated two onion cold storage units in Nueva Ecija, each with a 20,000 bag capacity, translating to approximately 540,000 kilograms.
Asia 05/04/2024
Irlanda: Irish farmers face planting dilemma due to rainfall and field conditions
Amidst continuous rainfall and saturated conditions, Irish potato farmers are grappling with the potential scarcity of the Rooster variety, a staple in Ireland.
Europa 05/04/2024
Malta: A staggering 20% fewer potatoes planted in Malta
Maltese potatoes are not expected to arrive in the Netherlands before Easter, reports Kees Schouten of Altena Potatoes, who is currently visiting his suppliers.
Europa 05/04/2024
Brasil: Brazil relies on onion stocks from Ituporanga and Lebon Régis to meet the demand
In March, southern Brazilian states Rio Grande do Sul and Paraná reported depleted onion stocks, according to Hortifruti/Cepea sources.
Latam 05/04/2024
India: Price fidgets over Indian potato import procrastination
Traders have shown an enigmatic reluctance for importing potatoes despite prognosis about possible decline in domestic output this season, which economists say could prompt profiteers bet on this item.
Asia 05/04/2024
Irlanda: Concern about fungicide resistance in potato blight strain
The need to both mix and alternate fungicide chemistries was highlighted at the Teagasc Potato Late Blight Workshop held at Teagasc Ashtown on Tuesday 26 March.
Europa 05/04/2024