Potato Insights

20/09/2026

Europe's potato market is facing a tougher season in 2026.

Heatwaves, drought and lower production across major growing countries such as Germany, France, Belgium and the Netherlands are creating pressure on supply.

So, where can Europe source potatoes?

Egypt, the UK and Israel are already major suppliers to the European market, while Morocco, Switzerland and Türkiye could provide additional supply. For US potato exporters, the situation also raises an interesting question about potential opportunities in Europe.

We looked at the key supplier countries, trade position and what the shortage could mean for potato buyers and exporters.

Read the full article to see which markets could help fill Europe's potato supply gap. https://potatoinsights.com/europe-faces-potato-shortage-which-countries-can-fill-the-supply-gap/

Europe faces a potato shortage after 2026 heatwaves. See which countries can supply potatoes, including Egypt, the UK, Israel and potential US sources.

19/09/2026

Europe's 2026 potato crop is under pressure after heatwaves and drought reduced yields and tuber size. An estimated 3.1 million tonnes could be lost across Germany, France, Belgium and the Netherlands, adding pressure to potato prices and processors.

Europe faces a potato shortage in 2026 after heatwaves and drought cut yields, reduced tuber size and pushed potato prices higher across major producers.

17/09/2026

North Dakota's potato acreage is changing, but processing investment is growing. Here is a look at 2026 production, varieties, storage and the new processing capacity shaping the state's potato industry.

North Dakota's potato acreage is changing, but processing investment is growing. Here is a look at 2026 production, varieties, storage and the new processing capacity shaping the state's potato industry.

17/09/2026

How large is Oregon's potato industry in 2026? The latest USDA data show 41,000 acres, while 2025 production reached 26.035 million cwt. See the varieties, processing markets, and production data.

Explore Oregon's potato industry in 2026, including production, acreage, processing, varieties, growing regions, market data and industry trends.

15/09/2026

Wisconsin is a major U.S. potato-producing state with a strong processing and chip potato sector. See latest production data, growing regions, processors, varieties, storage and 2026 outlook.

Explore Wisconsin's potato industry, including production, chip and processing potatoes, seed, growing areas, storage, varieties and the 2026 outlook.

07/09/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Labor Day from Potato Insights! 🥔

Today, we celebrate the hard work, dedication, and contributions of workers across the United States. From the farm to the factory, from production to distribution, every effort helps keep the potato industry moving forward.

Thank you to the hardworking people who make it all happen.

Wishing everyone a safe, relaxing, and meaningful Labor Day!

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03/09/2026

What is happening in Idaho's potato industry in 2026? Lower planted acreage, strong processing demand, major russet varieties, and crop conditions will shape the market this season.

Idaho remains the leading U.S. potato-producing state. See how 2026 acreage, production, varieties, processing demand and water conditions are shaping the Idaho potato industry.

03/09/2026

Why do kettle chips have that thick, hard crunch? The answer starts with thicker potato slices and a different frying method. See how the factory process works from raw potatoes to finished chips.

Learn how kettle cooked potato chips are made in factories, from potato preparation and thick slicing to batch frying, seasoning, inspection and packaging.

27/08/2026

Why do some potatoes make better crinkle fries than others? The answer goes beyond starch. Variety, shape, dry matter, sugar levels, storage, and fry color all affect the finished product.

Which potatoes make the best crinkle cut French fries? Russet Burbank is a classic, but Ranger, Umatilla, Clearwater, Highland, Rainier and Dune Russet also have strong processing traits. Here's how they compare.

26/08/2026

Ever wondered how crinkle cut French fries get their signature ridges? From whole potatoes and corrugated cutting blades to blanching, par-frying, freezing, and final cooking, here's how the process works.

Learn how crinkle cut French fries are made, from potato selection and corrugated cutting to blanching, par-frying, freezing and final cooking.