Israel Potato Market Outlook

the demand for potatoes in israel is expected to remain strong in the coming years, driven by consumer preference for potatoes as a staple food, as well as by an influx of tourism and immigration from europe and asia. a number of environmental factors, including climate, will continue to affect availability and prices in the nation's potato industry. the agro-climatic conditions in israel are favorable for potato production and consumption, thanks to its mediterranean climate. as a result, the country has achieved efficient production practices and high crop yields. farmers in israel have made significant investments in modern agronomic practices and technologies, including crop diversification to reduce risk and maximize productivity. this has enabled israeli producers to supply a wide variety of potatoes for domestic and international markets. in 2018, potatos were the most dominant agricultural export from israel, accounting for approximately 62% of the country's total agricultural exports. the export markets for israeli potatoes have changed dramatically in the past few years, expanding into more than 100 countries with the european union leading the way. with forecasts of continued demand for potatoes from israel in the coming years, industry stakeholders in the country are focused on developing innovative and efficient production practices to keep prices stable. the use of advanced technologies in storage, transport, and packaging, coupled with efficient farming techniques, is expected to reduce costs and optimise production. the overall outlook for israel's potato market is encouraging, with strong demand on the domestic front as well as abroad. to ensure that the sector remains competitive in the future, it is essential that farmers and industry stakeholders continue to diversify production methods, invest in the use of modern technologies in production and storage, and remain open to innovation.