EU potato yields down 12% due to drought

John Ramaker Market Analyst · Potato & arable crops · Published Oct 27, 2026
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The European potato yield is significantly lower this year than last season. According to the latest yield forecast from the European Commission, the average yield per hectare in the EU is 12% lower than in 2025, mainly due to drought in Germany and France. The Netherlands is a small exception, with a slightly higher yield expectation thanks to the rainfall of recent weeks.

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