Noticias sobre las Estadísticas, el Comercio y los Precios de las Papas de Los Estados Unidos

Potatoes USA informa un fuerte crecimiento en las exportaciones de semilla. La variedad Golden Globe fue registrada en Cuba y Soraya será la próxima. Nuevas ventas en Panamá y Nicaragua siguen a ensayos exitosos, mientras que se prevén futuras pruebas en República Dominicana y Honduras, incluyendo la variedad Sound.

The Michigan Potato Industry Commission (MPIC) has reported that United States demand for Canadian table potatoes could be lower this year due to a large United States crop and extremely low prices.

Eastern Oregon potato growers face rising costs as U.S. tariffs hit fertilizer, equipment, and exports. Industry leaders warn of lost markets to China and long-term risks if tariffs persist.

United States retail sales of potatoes maintained strong volume over the nine months from July 2024 to March 2025. Despite a small (-0.5%) drop in dollar sales to USD 14.72 billion

Si bien las exportaciones de semilla aumentaron mucho entre 2024 y 2025, el resultado de los negocios no fue bueno en todos los destinos. En el caso de Uruguay, la presencia del virus PVY fue altísima.

United States potato exports fell 4% in volume and 1% in value (July 2024–March 2025), mainly due to lower dehydrated and chip exports. Frozen, fresh, and seed exports rose, with strong gains in Japan, Taiwan, and Guatemala despite China-India competition.

United States seed potato exports grew strongly in the Americas, with new markets in Panama, Nicaragua, and Uruguay. Potatoes USA trials expand reach in Cuba, Honduras, and the Caribbean, while new export opportunities emerge in West Africa.

Tariff pressures and rising costs are reshaping consumer perceptions in the potato snack market. Brands must monitor sentiment closely, act swiftly on price-to-value concerns, and adapt strategies to protect loyalty in this highly sensitive category.

Los aranceles de Trump amenazan el aceite de canola proveniente de Canadá, crucial para freír papas. Con el aumento de los costos del aceite, los restaurantes podrían subir precios, cambiar de aceite o reducir sus márgenes, convirtiendo las papas fritas en un lujo en lugar de un alimento económico.

Potato supply from Idaho is lower than it was at this time last year.

Las exportaciones del estado de Colorado a México representan un número no menor para la economía agrícola.

Rabobank is excited to kick off the New Year by participating in the Potato Expo 2025 in Orlando, Florida. Renowned potato market experts, Stephen Nicholson, Global Sector Strategist – Grains & Oilseeds, and David Magaña, Senior Analyst – Horticulture, will be available at the Rabo AgriFinance booth (#712) to engage with attendees and discuss critical trends and opportunities in the agricultural sector.

The Value of All Potatoes Sold in 2023 in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington was USD 2.63 Billion

A new Washington State University-led project will help potato growers safeguard domestic and international markets and maintain high-quality potatoes for consumers around the world.

El Consejo Nacional de la Papa (NPC) reveló hoy su último informe sobre el impacto económico de la industria de la papa en los Estados Unidos.

Michigan-grown spuds deliver a pile of economic activity, generating more than USD 2.5 billion to the state’s GDP and supporting around 21,700 Michigan jobs, according to a report released today by the Michigan Potato Industry Commission.

Potato Expo 2024 is primed to be a unique opportunity to explore the world of potatoes, network with industry leaders, and gain insights into the future of this essential crop.

About 5,000 loaded-down semi-trucks of really nice Northwest french-fry-making potatoes are set to plop into cattle troughs or be destroyed. Dale Lathim is the President of the Potato Marketing Association of North America