1. supply-demand situation
The supply of ware potatoes in Germany and Europe remains well above demand. Even after the seasonal Christmas and early-year business, market prices and trader reports show little upward movement. The situation is characterized by:
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Large domestic stock levels - despite ongoing marketing, available goods remain plentiful.
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Quiet demand in the food retail sector, which is seasonal but not sufficient to break up the supply overhang.
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Export markets without strong demand impulses, as neighboring countries are also well supplied.
To summarize: The supply side continues to clearly exceed demand - a dominant feature of the development in week 4.
2. price development & producer prices
According to market reports from the Chambers of Agriculture, producer prices in week 4/2026 remain stable to slightly declining:
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Table potatoes (waxy): approx. 10.00 - 14.00 €/dt
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Table potatoes (mainly waxy): approx. 10.00 - 13.00 €/dt
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There are hardly any significant price movements compared to the previous week; the price level tends to remain sideways.
Interpretation: Prices remain under pressure in January despite seasonal demand impulses, as supply and stocks dominate.
3. industrial goods & futures market
Market participants report that:
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Free industrial potatoes continue to experience little demand.
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Forward prices on the EEX for industrial commodities are stagnating or showing little activity - trading and price discovery remain subdued.
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The processing industry is continuing to focus on contractual offtake, which is further dampening free goods.
Interpretation: Processing and industrial commodity prices remain low as the overhang on the spot and contract market persists.
ZMP Live Expert Opinion
In the fourth calendar week, the price situation is largely stable but weak. Despite seasonal consumption, prices remain at a low level as supply exceeds demand. The processing sector and exports are not showing any significant recovery - industrial goods remain under pressure. It remains essential for producers to focus on quality, differentiated marketing channels and direct channels in order to reduce pressure on margins and position stock goods in a marketable position.
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