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The global potato industry in 2026: More potatoes, less certainty — and a seed system beginning to change
Global potato production is at an all-time high, yet complexities loom. North America is reducing acreage, Europe faces shifting blight populations, and trade policies are uncertain. Notably, a diploid potato variety has been registered in the Netherlands, signaling progress in breeding. Overall, while production rises, profitability and system resilience remain critical as the industry adapts to new challenges, including reliance on integrated supply chains and disease management strategies.
