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Nov-10-21
Buyer From Mexico
Sep-05-22
Buyer From Mexico
Nov-27-19
Buyer From Mexico, Mexico
Aug-22-18
Buyer From Mexico, Mexico
Feb-25-20
Buyer From Mexico, Mexico
Jan-14-21
Buyer From Mexico
Jun-10-21
Buyer From Naucalpan, Mexico
Jun-18-22
Buyer From Mexico
Sep-27-19
Buyer From Culiacan, Sinaloa, Mexico
Jun-17-18
Buyer From Colima, Mexico
May-08-20
Buyer From Mexico
Buyer Of Canned Pineapple   |   Sugar   |   Mango   |   Pineapple   |   Rice   |   Fresh Carrot   |   Apple   |   Banana   |   Fresh Tomato   |   Avocado   |   Avocado   |   Fresh Onion   |   Spices   |   Red Chilli   |   Blueberry   |   Fresh Cabbage   |   Fresh Ginger   |   Fresh Potato   |   Beans   |   Fresh Lemon   |   Pepper   |   Berries   |   Fresh Fruits   |   Fresh Vegetables   |   Coconut   |   Dragon Fruit
Oct-19-19
Buyer From Mexico, Mexico
Nov-22-21
Buyer From Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
Aug-10-23
Buyer From Mexico
Jun-19-20
Buyer From Mexico
Jul-16-24
Buyer From Mexico
Buyer Of Soybean   |   Aluminum Ingots   |   Sunflower Oil   |   Cashew Nuts   |   Frozen Chicken   |   Dried Seafood   |   Sunflower Seed   |   Fresh Ginger   |   Pepper   |   Urea   |   Flax Seeds   |   Used Rail Scrap   |   Sesame Seeds   |   Lentils   |   Wheat   |   Chicken Eggs   |   Fresh Tomato   |   Fresh Onion   |   Frozen Meat   |   Pistachio   |   Dried Flowers   |   Chia Seeds   |   Corn   |   Copper Cathode   |   Frozen Mango   |   Milk Powder   |   Fresh Potato   |   Fresh Chicken   |   Sesame Oil   |   Hibiscus   |   Shea Butter   |   Dried Fish   |   Sugar   |   Fresh Hibiscus   |   Fresh Garlic   |   Palm Oil   |   Rapeseed Oil   |   Turmeric   |   IQF or Frozen Fruits   |   Fresh Fruits   |   Maize   |   Fruits   |   Walnuts   |   Butter   |   Dehydrated Ginger   |   Turmeric Powder   |   Chickpeas   |   Fresh Vegetables   |   Almonds
Jun-21-21
Buyer From Mexico
Buyer Of Cumin Seeds   |   Tea   |   Tea Leaves   |   Jasmine Rice   |   Pistachio   |   Fresh Cassava   |   Fresh Carrot   |   Green Tea   |   Butter   |   Cassava   |   Turmeric Powder   |   Cloves   |   White Rice   |   Palm Oil   |   Herbal Extracts   |   Milk Powder   |   Bay Leaf   |   Lentils   |   Herbs   |   Fresh Onion   |   Red Chilli   |   Moringa Seeds   |   Other Fresh Vegetables   |   Fresh Green Chilli   |   Fresh Broccoli   |   Pepper   |   Fresh Lemon   |   Coriander Seeds   |   Fresh Fruits   |   Spices   |   Sunflower Seed   |   Fresh Potato   |   Flax Seeds   |   Banana   |   Sesame Seeds   |   Almonds   |   Fresh Cabbage   |   Apple   |   Turmeric   |   Dragon Fruit   |   Other Spices Powder   |   Fresh Vegetables   |   Chickpeas   |   Fresh Lady Finger   |   Coconut Oil   |   Fresh Tomato   |   Essential Oils   |   Dried Flowers   |   Basil Leaf   |   Avocado   |   Chilli Powder   |   Basmati Rice   |   Soybean   |   Cardamom, Cinnamon   |   Fresh Ginger   |   Fresh Garlic   |   Shea Butter   |   Guava   |   Orange   |   Wheat Flour   |   Papaya   |   Mango   |   Fruits   |   Parboiled Rice   |   Chia Seeds   |   Other Fresh Fruits   |   Walnuts   |   Sunflower Oil   |   Canned Pineapple   |   Plant Roots & Tissues   |   Dried Fish   |   Flour   |   Coffee Beans   |   Passion Fruit   |   Black Tea   |   Coriander Powder   |   Garam Masala   |   Cashew Nuts   |   Pineapple   |   Watermelon   |   All Purpose Flour
May-14-21
Buyer From Puebla, Mexico
Buyer Of Fresh Beef   |   Frozen Chicken   |   Frozen Fish   |   Sesame Seeds   |   Baby Jogging Stroller   |   Dry Fruits & Nuts   |   Other Spices Powder   |   Frozen Tuna Fish   |   Fresh Pumpkin   |   Dried Fish   |   Jasmine Rice   |   Fresh Chicken   |   Frozen Beef   |   Fresh Radish   |   Fresh Coconut   |   Fresh Crabs   |   Dehydrated Spices   |   Bamboo   |   Turmeric Powder   |   Herbal Extracts   |   Green Cardamom   |   Fresh Sea Cucumber   |   Tapioca Starch   |   Thai Rice   |   Indian Sweets & Namkeens   |   Fish Maw   |   Coriander Seeds   |   Other Fresh Vegetables   |   Parboiled Rice   |   Ginger, Garlic, Onion, Potato   |   Corn   |   Vegetables   |   Rice   |   Nutmegs   |   Red Chilli   |   Chickpeas   |   Fresh Shrimps   |   Frozen Mackerel Fish   |   White Rice   |   Turmeric   |   Spices   |   Avocado   |   Other Type Of Rice   |   Fresh Drumsticks   |   Other Frozen Fishes   |   Coffee   |   Fresh Fruits   |   Sunflower Seed   |   Broken Rice   |   Fresh Bitter Gourd   |   Coco Peat & Coir Pith   |   Chilli Powder   |   Garam Masala   |   Fresh Brinjal   |   Black Tea   |   Frozen Shrimps   |   Beans   |   Fresh Mackerel Fish   |   Long Grain Rice   |   Soybean   |   Fresh Tuna Fish   |   1121 Basmati Rice   |   Fresh Anchovy Fish   |   Peas   |   Fresh Green Chilli   |   Desiccated Coconut   |   Fresh Carrot   |   Cumin Seeds   |   Watermelon   |   Fresh Seaweed   |   Basil Leaf   |   Wheat Flour   |   Apple, Banana, Orange, Mango, Grape   |   Grapes   |   Fresh Cassava   |   Coconut Shell   |   Green Coffee   |   Milk & Milk Products   |   Grams   |   Basmati Rice   |   Sella Basmati Rice   |   Cashew Nuts   |   Fresh Octopus   |   Noodles & Pasta   |   Non Basmati Rice   |   Fresh Capsicum   |   Lentils   |   Frozen Anchovy Fish   |   Apple   |   Fresh Squid   |   Cheese   |   Pear   |   Fresh Garlic   |   Banana   |   Coconut   |   Plants & Plant Extracts   |   Orange   |   Mineral Water   |   Pepper   |   Fresh Lemon   |   Mango   |   Guava   |   Passion Fruit   |   Pomegranate   |   Fresh Ginger   |   Fresh Lady Finger   |   Dragon Fruit   |   Fresh Green Peas   |   Pulses   |   Fruits   |   Avocado   |   Palm Oil   |   Fresh Potato   |   Tea   |   Fresh Vegetables   |   Fresh Cucumber   |   Kidney Beans   |   IQF or Frozen Fruits   |   Fresh Cabbage   |   Canned Pineapple   |   Soybean Meal   |   Frozen Avocado   |   Papaya   |   Frozen Mango   |   Frozen Apple   |   Dried Flowers   |   Pineapple   |   Fresh Onion   |   Sunflower Oil   |   Fresh Broccoli   |   Shirts & T-Shirts   |   Dehydrated Carrot   |   Peach   |   IQF or Frozen Vegetables   |   Starch   |   Coconut Oil   |   Other Fresh Fruits   |   Green Tea   |   Chips   |   Frozen Passion Fruit   |   Coconut Shell Charcoal   |   Sugar   |   Pumpkin Seeds   |   Coconut Water & Coconut Milk   |   Knitted & Woven Garments   |   Frozen Pineapple   |   Coffee Beans   |   Lemongrass   |   Frozen Squid   |   Dried Seafood   |   Cloves   |   Cardamom, Cinnamon   |   Fresh Tomato   |   Fresh Cauliflower   |   Milk Powder   |   Milk Cream   |   Frozen Octopus   |   Frozen Seaweed
May-17-24
Buyer From Mexico
Jul-09-20
Buyer From Mexico
Buyer Of Fresh or Chilled Seafood   |   Amaranth Seeds   |   Fresh Chicken   |   Fresh Shrimps   |   Soybean   |   Wheat Bran   |   Millet   |   Fresh Broccoli   |   Chia Seeds   |   Fish Maw   |   Fresh Roses   |   Frozen Shrimps   |   Fresh Snapper Fish   |   Fresh Tilapia Fish   |   Other Fresh Fishes   |   Cashew Nuts   |   Frozen Fish   |   Fresh Lobsters   |   Herbal Extracts   |   Fresh Sea Cucumber   |   Fresh Salmon Fish   |   Wheat Flour   |   Coffee   |   Coffee Powder   |   Corn Flour   |   Fruits   |   Poultry   |   Fresh Octopus   |   Dried Fish   |   White Rice   |   Fresh Seaweed   |   Tea   |   Turmeric Powder   |   Fresh Mackerel Fish   |   Rice   |   Other Oil Seeds   |   Fresh Fruits   |   Cacao Nuts   |   Banana   |   Parboiled Rice   |   Fresh Squid   |   Pineapple   |   Moringa Seeds   |   Watermelon   |   Maize   |   Pepper   |   Rock Salt   |   Corn   |   Soups   |   Health Food   |   Other Fresh Fruits   |   Salt   |   Himalayan Salt   |   Sugar   |   Fresh Crabs   |   Fresh Prawns   |   Fresh Tuna Fish   |   Avocado   |   Coconut Oil   |   Jams & Jelly   |   Frozen Mango   |   Cocoa Powder   |   Organic Fertilizers   |   Stevia   |   Sunflower Seed   |   Lentils   |   Animal & Cattle Feed   |   Pigeon Peas   |   Groundnuts   |   Fresh Vegetables   |   Raisins   |   Fresh Cabbage   |   Pear   |   Pomegranate   |   Frozen Avocado   |   Black Tea   |   Frozen Pineapple   |   Other Frozen Fishes   |   Blueberry   |   Coriander Seeds   |   Strawberry   |   Spices   |   Fruit Juices   |   Fruit Concentrates   |   Fresh Cassava   |   Fresh Ginger   |   Fresh Lady Finger   |   Chickpeas   |   Apple, Banana, Orange, Mango, Grape   |   Wheat   |   Fresh Bitter Gourd   |   Fresh Capsicum   |   Pink Salt   |   Flour   |   Basmati Rice   |   Other Type of Flour   |   Peanuts   |   Palm Oil   |   Apple   |   Shea Butter   |   Dragon Fruit   |   Papaya   |   Red Chilli   |   Fresh Green Chilli   |   Fresh Lemon   |   Fresh Potato   |   Berries   |   Sunflower Oil   |   Cocoa Beans   |   Almonds   |   Pistachio   |   Frozen Chicken   |   Frozen Apple   |   Fresh Croaker Fish   |   Plants & Plant Extracts   |   Turmeric   |   Fruit Puree   |   Frozen Passion Fruit   |   Frozen Tilapia Fish   |   Peas   |   Fresh Cuttlefish   |   Fresh Fish Fillets   |   Frozen Tuna Fish   |   Guava   |   Fresh Cut Flowers   |   Beverages   |   Frozen Squid   |   Sesame Seeds   |   Chips   |   Flax Seeds   |   Jasmine Rice   |   Fresh or Chilled Fish   |   Chicken Eggs   |   Cumin Seeds   |   Sorghum   |   Frozen Lobsters   |   Frozen Cuttlefish   |   Ginger Powder   |   Fresh Onion   |   Grapes   |   Kidney Beans   |   Other Fresh Vegetables   |   Frozen Fish Fillets   |   Mango   |   Quinoa Seeds   |   Fresh Brinjal   |   Horns, Skins, Hides, Skulls, Feathers & Hairs Of Animals   |   Fresh Ribbon Fish   |   Beans   |   Frozen Seafood   |   Butter   |   Brazil Nuts   |   Passion Fruit   |   Ginger, Garlic, Onion, Potato   |   Fresh Carrot   |   Aloe Vera   |   Green Tea   |   Avocado   |   Fresh Garlic   |   Snacks   |   Coffee Beans   |   De Oil Cakes   |   Green Coffee   |   Walnuts   |   Canned Pineapple   |   Blackberry   |   Frozen Seaweed   |   Dried Seafood   |   Cloves   |   Cardamom, Cinnamon   |   Fresh Green Peas   |   Fresh Tomato   |   Fresh Cauliflower   |   Milk Powder   |   Frozen Mackerel Fish   |   Pulses   |   Chilli Powder   |   Iron Ore   |   Broken Rice   |   Orange   |   Peach   |   Dehydrated Fruits   |   Fresh Flowers   |   Fresh Sardine Fish   |   Other Type Of Spices   |   Tapioca Starch   |   Beads
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Fresh Potato: The World's Most Versatile Crop in International Trade

Potatoes are starchy root vegetables consumed all over the world. Originating from the Andes mountains of South America, they come in different sizes and shapes. Interestingly, there are over 4000 varieties of native potatoes and more than 180 wild potato species. Did you know that potatoes are the world's third most important food crop in human consumption after rice and wheat?  In fact, potatoes are known to produce more food per unit of water than any other major crop. It was initially cultivated by ancient Incas thousands of years ago. In the early 1600s, the governor of the Bahamas gifted potatoes to the governor of Virginia, and that's how these versatile vegetables entered North America. However, they became popular only when Thomas Jefferson (the third president of the United States) served potatoes at the White House. And as they say, the rest is history, as today potatoes are one of the most consumed vegetables in the world. Also, they are a critical part of the global food economy. That's the reason why fresh potato buyers and importers are actively seeking reliable suppliers to meet this global demand. 



Why Fresh Potatoes Remain a Global Staple

The global appetite for fresh potatoes continues to stay strong, from food processing to household consumption. There are a range of food applications of potatoes. They can be boiled, baked, mashed, or even processed into other products like sweet potato fries, hash browns, or potato twisters. The growth of the food processing industry and fast food chains has led to a rise in the consumption of this highly viable export commodity. Moreover, potatoes are known for their versatility, accessibility, and nutritional value. 


Needless to say, they are a staple food in many cultures and cuisines. Also, they are a relatively less expensive source of calories and nutrients as compared to other food options. This makes it affordable and accessible to all kinds of consumers. Potatoes do offer nutrition as they are a good source of carbohydrates, vitamin C, and potassium. Another factor responsible for its growing demand is that they are resilient to climate change. Yes, potatoes not only have a shorter growing cycle, but they can also be cultivated in diverse environments. 


An important trend to note is that regions once considered unsuitable for large-scale potato cultivation, such as Africa and Latin America, are now emerging as key players in the global market. This shift is driven by several reasons:

  • New farming techniques, with countries like Egypt, Kenya, and Peru modernizing their potato sectors
  • Climate-resilient potato varieties that can withstand drought and heat
  • Innovations in agronomy (the science of soil and crop production)
  • Increased investments in infrastructure, including cold storage and modern irrigation systems



What Fresh Potato Buyers Expect from Suppliers

There is a variety of fresh potato buyers in the global marketplace, ranging from distributors supplying supermarkets and food processing units producing potato-based products to retail chains and institutional buyers such as restaurants, caterers, and hotels. However, all fresh potato importers or buyers share some common expectations with suppliers or exporters. And these include:


  • Uniform size & shape (as per their preferences) for easy packaging and retail display
  • Firm texture and clean skin, free of blemishes, soil, and debris
  • Compliance with residue limits as well as phytosanitary standards
  • Free from pests, diseases, cuts, or any rot
  • Should have a faint, earthy smell and not a moldy odor that indicates spoilage
  • Cold chain compatibility to maintain freshness in transit
  • Should have a long shelf life and can be stored for extended periods without quality degradation
  • Proper sorting, grading, and packaging (preferably jute or ventilated plastic sacks) are needed
  • Should have low sugar content (less than 0.1%) for processing into chips and fries 



Popular Fresh Potato Varieties & Other Related Categories in Exports Market

As a supplier, it is important for you to know that different markets demand different potato varieties on the basis of their texture, starch content, and use. Here are the most popular fresh potato varieties:

  • Low-starch waxy potatoes: Usually have high moisture, red skin, and white flesh.
  • High-starch potatoes: Usually have low moisture, brown skin, and white flesh.
  • Yellow-fleshed potatoes: All-purpose variety with golden skin, buttery flavor, and medium starch content.
  • Purple or blue fleshed potatoes: Have a nutty and earthy flavor
  • Fresh sweet potatoes: A healthier alternative to other potato varieties


In addition, you can make your export business more profitable by diversifying your offerings and expanding into related product categories such as:



Your ability to supply multiple vegetables categories will attract more international buyers. 



What Are the Key Trade Data & Market Trends for Fresh Potatoes?

For suppliers or exporters, understanding market dynamics, global insights, and price trends helps them stay competitive and expand into international markets. 


Global Market Size: 

MetricValue
Market Size (2023)USD 95 billion
Expected Market Size (2033)USD 132 billion
CAGR3.30%

Source: Market. US


Global Potato Consumption Data:

MetricValue
Worldwide Potato Consumption (2024)380 million tonnes
Expected Consumption Growth (by 2035)398 million tonnes

Source: Potato News Today



Top Fresh Potato Importing Countries (Oct 2023- Sep 2024):

CountryTotal Shipments
Russia34,296
Sri Lanka30,135
Malaysia20,771

Source: Volza



Global Price Trend:

YearAverage Price Range (USD/Kg)
2024$0.24/kg - $1.55/kg
2023$0.20/kg - $2.03/kg
2022$0.19/kg - $1.64/kg


Current Price: The fresh potato 1 kg price may vary based on season variety and region. However, the current average price ranges from $0.16/kg to $1.57/kg, with higher rates for organic or premium varieties.


Source: Tridge 


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How to Find Fresh Potato Buyers Worldwide?

Whether you are looking for bulk potatoes buyers or fresh potato importers, here are the most effective ways to do it:


  • Attend international trade fairs like Fruit Logistica (Germany), Global Potato Summit, Potato Expo, and AGRITECHNICA 2025. These events help you meet potential buyers face-to-face.

  • Do research and make lists of wholesalers and food processing companies in your target countries. Then, reach out to them with a clear business proposal, product catalog, and certifications via email.

  • Optimize your website and use targeted keywords like “fresh potato buyers near me” to increase visibility through search engines.



Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

1. Who is the largest buyer of potatoes?

Russia is the largest buyer of potatoes, followed by Sri Lanka and Malaysia.


2. Who is the largest exporter of potatoes in India?

Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal are India's top exporting regions, with weekly shipments to South Asia.


3. How to check potato quality?

Here are the steps to check the potato quality:

  • Look for firm, smooth texture
  • Ensure there are no cuts, green spots, or diseases
  • Avoid potatoes with sprouts and moldy smell
  • Size and shape should be uniform


4. How to make potatoes last longer?

To make potatoes last longer, store them in cool (4–10?°C), dark places with ventilation. Moreover, make sure to avoid refrigeration below 4?°C to prevent sweetening.


5. What is the best temperature to store potatoes?

Fresh potatoes should be stored at an optimal temperature of 6–10?°C and relative humidity of 85–90%.


6. How to know if a potato is bad?

To assess whether a potato has gone bad, look for common signs of spoilage. These include green skin, soft spots, sprouting, or mold.


7. What are the best potato varieties for export?

Here are the best potato varieties for export:

  • Russet (for fries)
  • White/colored potatoes (for boiling)
  • Sweet potatoes (for value-added snacks)


8. What are the key export markets for Indian potatoes?

Key export markets for Indian potatoes are South Asia (Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka), Southeast Asia, and Middle Eastern nations like the UAE and Qatar.


9. Who is the largest consumer of potatoes in the world?

China is the largest consumer of potatoes, with a per capita consumption of 47.4 kg in 2022, followed by India and Russia.


10. How to export potatoes from India to America?

Follow these steps to export potatoes from India to America:

  • Register with APEDA
  • Comply with USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) import regulations
  • Obtain pest risk assessments
  • Ensure cold-chain compliance with FDA standards
  • Find verified potato buyers on B2B platforms like go4WorldBusiness


11. What is the fresh potato HSN code?

0701 is the fresh potato HSN code. 



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