The transformation of India's potato industry

India’s potato sector has experienced a remarkable transformation in the past two decades, turning from a modest production to a strategic hub for processed exports. In this whitepaper, DCA Market Intelligence explores the developments driving this shift and what they mean for global stakeholders.

5 key takeaways from the whitepaper:

• India is now the world’s second-largest potato producer, accounting for over 15% of global output.
• Exports of processed potato products have grown by over 170% in just three years, rapidly expanding across South and Southeast Asia.
• Public and private investments are boosting seed systems, processing capacity, and cold chain infrastructure.
• Climate change is projected to shorten growing periods and lower yields, posing a major challenge for the industry’s development.
• Post-harvest losses pose structural risks to sustainable growth, with losses close to 20% of the potato output

Read the whitepaper now and gain critical insights into one of the fastest-evolving markets in global agri-food trade.