Argentina Potato Market Outlook

Synopsis
The above chart is Argentina Potato Market Outlook (2018 to 2032)

Market Dynamics

the argentina potato market outlook from 2018 to 2032 offers optimism and opportunity to potential exporters and investors. with the country’s unprecedented agrarian reform including both the provincial agrarian reformation (ppr) and the national agrarian reformation (napr), the sector has seen increased investment and growth over the past five years. the main drivers of growth in the argentina potato market are the rise of production and increased domestic consumption. total production for potatoes across the country has risen over the years, with 2017 and 2018 being the best years in the potato sector. for the 2017-18 season, potato production was at 5.5 million tons, a figure 12% higher than the previous season. consumption of potatoes has also experienced a steady, year-on-year rise fuelled by population growth and an increasing middle class in argentina. the market structure is dominated by the european union, as they are the major importer of argentine frozen potatoes, as well as the top importer of fresh potatoes. the second major destination for fresh potato exports is chile which accounts for 22% of total supplies. the government has established a number of strategies to improve the competitiveness of the sector while safeguarding the quality of the potatoes. with agro-industrial activities worth billions of dollars, argentina’s government and agro-industry has increased its commitment to quality assurance,food security, sustainability, and traceability. the current outlook on the sector is positive, as long-term production growth for potatoes is projected to continue into the 2032 season. with increasing production and improved crop protection practices, the sector is facing good prospects due to its competitive advantages compared to other exporters. in order to capitalize on the potential of this sector, it is essential that exporters and investors keep up with the emerging technologies and market trends. this includes increased production efficiency, better quality controls and improved traceability of potatoes. with the right tools and strategies, the sector has the potential to become a major exporter of both fresh and frozen potatoes in the next decade.