Market data analysis & forecasts - 02.01.2026
(Germany | EU )
1) Marktübersicht / Market Overview
The EU potato market remains characterized by a significant oversupply resulting from a strong 2025 harvest and extensive stocks. This has led to price pressure and shifted the balance between production and demand.
2) Preisentwicklung / Price Trends (Text-Table)
| Kategorie / Category | Aktuelle Entwicklung / Current Trend |
|---|---|
| Table potatoes | Price at record low (e.g. processing prices ~45 €/t in early 2025/26 offers) |
| Processing/industrial potatoes EU | Further downward pressure due to oversupply; significant declines compared to previous year |
| Frozen potato products (import/export) | Import and export prices remain at a high level in the EU market in 2024; stable to slightly rising trend in the medium term Potatoes |
| Early potatoes DE & neighboring countries | Presence of early varieties expanded, high availability |
3) Supply situation
The 2025 harvest in Germany and the EU was well above average, leading to market saturation. Large areas and good yields have created large stocks, which are a burden on both the free market and industrial sectors
4) Wholesale
At wholesale level, prices reflect the oversupply. In northern and western EU regions, volumes are high, while demand in processing industries is low.
5) Industry
Processing companies are experiencing price declines on the raw materials side, which is providing marginal relief but is being offset by weak demand for frozen and convenience products. In segments such as frozen potatoes, price indicators remain strong, driven by export price levels.
6) Exports
The EU remains a net exporter of potatoes and potato products. Frozen products show high export prices, reaching record levels in 2024, despite declining volumes compared to 2023
Extra-EU exports are concentrated in markets such as North Africa, Switzerland and the UK, while intra-EU trade continues to account for the majority of volumes
7) Demand
Domestic and industrial demand is subdued due to high inventories and price-sensitive customers. Frozen product utilization remains robust due to global demand and price trends.
8) REKA quotation (if available)
Specific current REKA quotations for 2026 are not included in the available trade texts; however, current indications point to a below-average level for raw potato processing prices.
ZMP Live Expert Opinion
The EU potato market is currently in oversupply mode with weak trading prices in the core sector, while export and frozen product segments are showing relative stability. Germany and neighboring countries are reflecting these overall market trends, with early seasonal produce providing a slight boost to demand.
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