Key Market Indicators
South African potato consumption is expected to reach almost 1.9 million metric tons by 2026. This is an increase of 0.3% year-on-year, since 2017. South Africa is currently ranked 25th in the world, with Romania leading the way at 1.8 million metric tons. India, the United States, and Russia are placed 2nd, 3rd and 4th respectively. At the same time, South African potato production is forecast to reach 2.77 million metric tons by 2026. This is an annual growth of 1.2%, since 1966. South Africa is currently ranked 26th in the world, with Romania in the lead at 2.58 million metric tons. India, Russia, and Ukraine hold the 2nd, 3rd and 4th positions respectively.
