Global potato demand is dominated by China with over 90 million metric tons, followed by India with 52 million metric tons. Countries like Russia, Ukraine, and the United States follow, each contributing over 20 million metric tons. Over recent years, India, Bangladesh, and Colombia have shown substantial growth, while Russia and Ukraine saw declines. Fast growth is notable in Central Asian countries like Uzbekistan and in smaller European countries like Slovakia. Conversely, parts of Europe such as Greece and Austria experience declines.
Future trends to watch include the impact of dietary shifts and climate change on production. Rapid urbanization and rising populations in Asia and Africa may further influence demand patterns. Advanced technologies in farming could shape yield improvements, especially in growing markets.
Top countries in Potatoes Demand by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 90,010 | 2023 | +0.044% | -0.055% | View data |
| 2 | 2 India | 52,140 | 2023 | +0.66% | +0.53% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Russia | 22,890 | 2023 | -1.76% | -2.05% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ukraine | 21,930 | 2023 | -0.37% | -0.53% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United States | 20,300 | 2023 | +0.35% | +0.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bangladesh | 10,200 | 2023 | +0.73% | +0.97% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 6,890 | 2023 | -1.22% | +0.86% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 6,050 | 2023 | +0.13% | +0.25% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 5,930 | 2023 | -1.28% | -0.034% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland | 5,730 | 2023 |
