Market developments & supply situation
The wholesale market for ware potatoes remains largely unchanged in the tenth calendar week. The supply situation remains ample, as stocks from the 2025 harvest are still well above the previous year's level.
Supply continues to significantly exceed the seasonally quiet demand. Sales in the food retail sector remain stable, but without any significant additional demand impetus. As in the past, almost exclusively perfect-quality batches are marketable.
However, goods with quality limitations are difficult to place. The existing supply surplus continues to prevent the implementation of storage mark-ups that would be necessary for cost-covering marketing.
Demand also remains stable in out-of-home consumption (canteen kitchens, canteens), but without bringing about any noticeable market relief.
European Processing Potato Index (EPPI)
The European Processing Potato Index (EPPI) was quoted at around €6.1/dt in week 10, confirming the continued low price level in the industrial goods segment.
The processing industry continues to act cautiously and is mainly concentrating on contracted volumes. Sales of free industrial goods are limited.
The price level in the processing segment thus remains well below the long-term average.
Regional producer prices (€/dt)
| Region | Price level |
|---|---|
| Northern Germany | 10 - 14 €/dt |
| North Rhine-Westphalia | approx. 16 €/dt |
| Saxony | 14 - 15 €/dt |
| Southern Germany | 13 - 16 €/dt |
| German average | approx. 13.6 €/dt |
The overall price trend remains sideways to slightly weak. Regional differences continue to result from quality, grading and marketing channels.
Time series price development
| Week | Ø table potato price | EPPI |
|---|---|---|
| WEEK 6 | 14.0 €/dt | 6.5 €/dt |
| WEEK 7 | 13.9 €/dt | 6.4 €/dt |
| WEEK 8 | 13.8 €/dt | 6.3 €/dt |
| WEEK 9 | 13.7 €/dt | 6.2 €/dt |
| WEEK 10 | 13.6 €/dt | 6.1 €/dt |
Trend: slightly falling / stable weak
ZMP Live Expert Opinion
The potato market remains characterized by a clear supply surplus in week 10. A sustained price recovery is not expected in the short term.
As long as there is no stronger demand stimulus from exports or processing, the price level is likely to remain within a narrow range. The quality of the goods in stock and a differentiated marketing strategy remain decisive for marketing.
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