Procurement Resource Logo
    • Complexity Reduction Tool
    • Digital Should Cost Model
    • Procure 360
    • Sourcing Compass
    • Spend Analytics
    • Sustainability Tracker
    • Pricing Dashboard
  • Industries
    • Agriculture & Farming Commodities
    • Chemicals
    • Energy, Metals and Minerals
    • Flavours and Fragrances
    • Food and Beverages
    • Healthcare
    • Machinery, Electronics and Durables
    • Operating Costs, Logistics and Utilities
    • Packaging
  • Services
    • Category Compass
    • Commodity Compass
    • Supplier Compass
    • Data Analytics & Automation
    • Digital Solutions
    • Blogs
    • News & Articles
    • Newsletter
    • Manufacturing Plant Project Report3000+
    • Production Cost Report2000+
    • Price Trends1000+
Social Media Icon of linkedinCall Support IconSearch Icon
Login

Newsletter

Get Latest News About Procurement Resource Subscribe for News

Procurement

Industries

  • Agriculture & Farming Commodities
  • Chemicals
  • Energy, Metals and Minerals
  • Flavours and Fragrances
  • View All

Services

  • Category Compass
  • Commodity Compass
  • Supplier Compass
  • Data Analytics & Automation
  • Digital Solutions
  • View All

Useful Links

  • Testimonial
  • Press Releases
  • About Us
  • Careers
  • Who We Are
  • Term Of Use
  • Contact Us

Solutions

  • How We Work
  • Tail Spend Management
  • Full Time Engagement
  • Custom Research
  • Subscriptions
  • Resource Center
  • Return/Refund Policy
Copyright © 2026 Procurement Resource. All rights reserved.
  • Social Media icon Twitter i.e X
  • Social Media icon instagram i.e insta
  • Social Media icon linkedin i.e in
  • Social Media icon facebook i.e fb

Potato Price Trend Analysis 2026: Price Drivers, Historical Prices, Supply Demand Analysis, Market Insights & Latest News

  1. Home/
  2. Resource Center/
  3. Potato

Enquire for the latest Potato price

Enquire

Potato Price Trend Q1 2026

Product Region Incoterm Basis Price Last Updated Month
Potato China FOB USD 582/MT April 2026
Potato India FOB USD 74/MT April 2026
Potato USA FOB USD 179/MT April 2026
Potato Brazil FOB USD 161/MT April 2026
Potato Germany CIF USD 194/MT April 2026
Potato China FOB USD 577.42/MT March 2026
Potato India FOB USD 71.28/MT March 2026
Potato USA FOB USD 180.78/MT March 2026
Potato Brazil FOB USD 162.71/MT March 2026
Potato Germany CIF USD 191.28/MT March 2026

Stay updated with the latest potato prices, historical data, and tailored regional analysis

  • Potato prices remained under pressure in Q1 2026 as bumper arrivals and comfortable availability across major producing markets outweighed downstream support, keeping farmgate realizations weak despite firm underlying production economics.
  • A strong crop in India and broader oversupply signals in Europe increased market pressure, while elevated cold-storage, labour, fertilizer, and handling costs tightened grower margins and amplified distress-selling risk.
  • Demand from processors and bulk buyers remained measured, with cautious procurement, uneven stock movement, and limited market absorption preventing any meaningful recovery in spot pricing.

Potato prices in Q1 2026 reflected a fundamentally oversupplied yet structurally stressed market. In India, West Bengal’s exceptionally strong harvest and yields above ~30 tonnes per hectare sharply increased market arrivals, pushing farmgate prices down to nearly INR 6/kg even as retail prices in Kolkata stayed around ~INR 14–17/kg, highlighting severe supply-chain dislocation and weak producer realization. At the same time, Uttar Pradesh growers reported production costs above ~INR 10/kg versus mandi prices near ~INR 8/kg, with cold storage charges lifting delivered economics materially higher and worsening distress sales. Across Europe, the market remained in rebalancing mode after the 2025/26 oversupply cycle, as growers and processors reassessed acreage and free-buy exposure. Dutch industry cost estimates showed 2026 production economics easing only marginally, while storage costs remained significantly elevated and labour expenses continued to rise, limiting room for lower contract prices. Meanwhile, the broader potato complex also faced trade and input uncertainty, particularly around fertilizer, logistics, and export access, which kept supplier sentiment cautious despite abundant physical availability.

Analyst insights

The near-term outlook remains weak to balanced, with prices likely to stay subdued unless stronger storage withdrawals or tighter procurement help absorb excess physical supply.

Related Report

  • Potato Production Cost Report

Need latest Potato prices?

Get real-time price assessments, periodic trends, forecasts and price driver insights across key global markets.

Unlock Price Insights Now

Our Clients

ITC
Nestlé
GMR
Shell New
Veolia
UPM-Kymmene-Oyj-Technology
Syngenta
Sulzer
SPIC
SK-ENMOVE
SES-Water
Roche-Products-Limited
RioTinto
Perfetti-Van
Marinochem
Mada-Gypsum
Kingfisher
Kennametal
Johns-Hopkins
Honda
Hitachi-Energy
Hindustan-Unilever
ANSA-MCAL
ASHIRVAD PIPES
Bannerman-Energy
BASF-SE
Dhunseri-Ventures
DUKSAN
Glenmark
Groupe-Atlantic
Hanil-Industrial-Chemical

We have been working with Procurement Resource for over two years now. These guys can provide data for any market in any country. I have given them numerous challenging assignments to work upon and have been quite impressed with their approach and results.

Large Indian Conglomerate and a known FMCG Brand Procurement Manager

When we started our Betaine manufacturing operations in Brazil, we were struggling to identify suppliers and benchmark our procurement costs vs other players already in the market. Procurement Resource helped us understand the market in Latin America, the key suppliers, how others were getting products, and even helped us in negotiating prices.

Global FMCG GiantDirector (Manufacturing)

I would like to recognize quality of work done by your team on VIP (Value Improvement Program) for Purplle Private brand Packaging portfolio. Your team helped us in identifying right suppliers, collected Vendor related data, floating inquiry, price comparison+benchmarking. This has helped us achieve a significant cost saving.

Co-Founder & CEORupesh Aggarwal

Procurement Resource Database

Laptop screen

Turn price intelligence into action with the Procurement Resource Database. Log in or subscribe to unlock live price trends, historical charts, supplier databases, cost curves, and analyst-backed insights across chemicals, agriculture, energy, packaging, and more. Use these tools to benchmark your contracts, plan budgets with confidence, and stay ahead of market moves on every product you buy.

LoginSubscribe

Potato Dashboard Inclusions

Potato Price Dasboard

0

+

Products

0

+

Regions

0

+

Subscriptions

In India, potato prices followed a volatile trajectory during the second half of 2025. The period opened against the backdrop of elevated price levels inherited from the previous year, when an intense heatwave had severely damaged crop yields and tightened supply conditions. As fresh kharif harvest arrivals gradually increased market supply, prices began to correct sharply. The base effect from the prior year's elevated levels amplified the extent of this decline, contributing to pronounced year-on-year deflation in the vegetable segment. Improved crop output in key growing states eased procurement pressure and allowed downstream buyers, including food processors and traders, to restock at more favourable levels. However, the price decline was not uniform. Regional supply imbalances, transportation constraints, and inconsistent cold storage utilization introduced periodic bouts of price volatility, preventing a smooth or sustained correction. Demand from the retail and food service sectors remained relatively steady, providing intermittent support to prices before subsequent rounds of selling pressure resumed.

About Potato

Potato is basically a root vegetable native to America. It is a starchy tuber of the plant Solanum tuberosum, and the plant itself is known to belong to a perennial in the family Solanaceae. Potato plants are herbaceous perennials which can grow about 60 cm (24 in) high, depending on the variety.

Potato Product Detail

Industrial Uses

Chips, Flakes, Burgers, Soups, Salads

Supplier Database

PepsiCo, McCain Foods Limited, POTATOES USA

Regional Coverage

Asia Pacific

China, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Japan, Philippines, Vietnam, Iran, Thailand, South Korea, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Nepal, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, UAE, Israel, Hongkong, Singapore, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar, Australia, and New Zealand

Europe

Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy,Spain, Russia, Turkey, Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Belgium, Austria, Ireland Switzerland, Norway, Denmark, Romania, Finland, Czech Republic, Portugal and Greece

North America

United States and Canada

Latin America

Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Columbia, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru

Africa

South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt, Algeria, Morocco

CurrencyUS$ (Data can also be provided in local currency)

Supplier Database AvailabilityYes

Customization ScopeThe report can be customized as per the requirements of the customer

Post-Sale Analyst Support360-degree analyst support after report delivery


Note: Our supplier search experts can assist your procurement teams in compiling and validating a list of suppliers indicating they have products, services, and capabilities that meet your company's needs.

Potato Production Processes

  • Production of Potato via Seed Potatoes

Unlike other plants, potato is usually grown not from seed but from seed potatoes, that is, small or tiny tubers or pieces of tuber sown to a depth of 5cm  to 10 cm. This crop demands cool weather and  extensive ground preparation.

Frequently Asked Questions

In Q1 2026, potato prices showed mixed movement across major markets. In China, prices increased by ~14.65% from January to March, while in India they declined by ~48.11%. In the USA, Brazil, and Germany, prices rose by ~11.43% each. The sharp fall in India reflected stronger seasonal arrivals, while other markets saw firmer pricing due to regional supply and demand conditions.
The outlook for potatoes in 2026 is moderately positive. Production is expected to recover in regions affected by previous seasonal disruptions, while consumption is likely to remain steady in both fresh and processed forms. Supply-demand balance will depend on weather conditions, storage availability, and crop management practices, influencing both wholesale and retail pricing.
Price movements were driven by regional production patterns and seasonal harvest schedules. In India, abundant harvests led to steep price declines. In contrast, weather delays in parts of China limited early-season supply, pushing prices relatively higher. Transportation and storage logistics also influenced delivered costs, particularly in regions with constrained cold-chain capacity.
Major potato producers include China, India, Russia, the USA, and Germany. China is the largest producer and consumer, followed by India. Russia supplies both domestic and export markets, while the USA and Germany serve domestic demand and processed potato products, including frozen fries and potato flakes.
In Q1 2026, several regions expanded storage and processing capacity to better manage harvest peaks. For example, a new cold-storage facility in the Netherlands increased handling capacity for table and processing potatoes by 25,000 tonnes. This development aims to reduce post-harvest losses and support consistent supply for domestic and export markets.
Weather conditions played a significant role in potato production by affecting planting, crop development, yields, and harvest timing. Potatoes perform best under cool temperatures and adequate soil moisture, while excessive rainfall, drought, frost, or heat stress can reduce tuber quality and yields. In Q1 2026, market participants closely monitored weather conditions in major producing regions, as changes in temperature and moisture levels influenced crop prospects, storage requirements, and seasonal supply availability.
Potatoes usually require about 120 to 150 days from planting to maturity, depending on variety, climate, and growing region. The crop grows best in cool conditions, with ideal growth around 15°C to 20°C and well-drained, loose soil. Water requirement is about 500 to 700 mm across the crop cycle, with the highest moisture need during tuber initiation and tuber bulking. Water stress at these stages can reduce tuber size, yield, and market quality.
Processed potato industries, including frozen fries, chips, potato flakes, and starch production, drive demand for bulk supply. Steady industrial usage in Europe and the USA supported price stability for fresh and table potatoes, mitigating more pronounced seasonal volatility.
Procurement Resource employs a structured methodology combining primary research, secondary market data, analytical models, and validation processes to assess potato prices and trends. Price evaluations incorporate supply-demand dynamics, feedstock movements, trade flows, and value chain analysis, supported by continuous market monitoring to ensure accurate and reliable insights.

Our Price Analysis Methodology

100% Authentic Report Gauge
View Detail Methodology
Schedule Demo

Schedule A Demo

Experience how Procurement Resource transforms raw material price data into clear, decision ready intelligence. Optimise your performance with reliable, expert market data and analysis. Schedule your demo today to experience a live walk-through where our experts will showcase interactive price charts, forecasted prices, and insights driving the prices for your key commodities, tailored to your workflows. Contact us now!

Our Team will be happy to assist you

We are just a text away

+1

Still Need Help ?

Europe & Africa

+44 7573 171117

[email protected]

USA & Canada

+1 307 363 1045

[email protected]

APAC

+91 8850629517

[email protected]

Other Related Reports

Biodiesel Production from Fat or Vegetable Oil via Transesterification

This report presents a detailed cost analysis of biodiesel production from fat or vegetable oil using transesterification.

Request Free SampleView More

Frozen Vegetables Production from Blanching and Freezing

This report provides the cost structure of the production of frozen vegetables from the freezing process. Raw vegetables go through a quality check process where any bad quality vegetables are removed.

Request Free SampleView More

Unlock full access to Procurement Resource's price databases, interactive charts, and short-term forecasts for thousands of commodities. Elevate your sourcing decisions by comparing prices across regions, downloading historical data, and layering in analyst-backed insights, all with our flexible plans that scale as your portfolio grows.

Still have any Questions

Contact Us
Mastercard
Wire
VISA
Stripe

Price Trend Dashboard - What's Included

Price trends across a diverse portfolio of categories and products, spanning board to niche chemicals

Coverage extendable to grade-specific chemicals based on procurement requirements

Regular price tracking supported by robust historical datasets

News, policy updates, and key market drivers impacting price movements

Short-term and long-term price outlooks and forecasts

Supply–demand dynamics and capacity-driven market analysis

Subscribe Now

Related News

View All
News 358

Indian Household Budgets are Increasing As Price for Everything from Gasoline and Diesel to Vegetables, Oil, and Milk Skyrocket

Why Procurement Database

Extensive Commodity Price Database

Extensive Commodity Price Database

Track prices, market movements, supply-demand dynamics, and industry developments across hundreds of commodities through a centralized intelligence platform built for informed procurement decisions.

Reliable Price Forecasting & Market Outlooks

Reliable Price Forecasting & Market Outlooks

Understand market fluctuations using analyst-backed forecasts, historical pricing patterns, and evolving industry trends to strengthen sourcing strategies and budget planning.

Data Driven Cost & Procurement Optimization

Data Driven Cost & Procurement Optimization

Leverage cost models, pricing benchmarks, and procurement insights to evaluate purchasing opportunities, improve negotiations, and enhance operational efficiency.

Global Coverage with region-specific Market Insights

Global Coverage with region-specific Market Insights

Access region-specific price trends, trade activities, capacity changes, and supply chain developments influencing commodity markets worldwide.

1/4