Ukrainian potato producers are adjusting prices downward due to an oversupply, according to EastFruit project analysts. Local farmers are eager to sell remaining stocks quickly as storage quality declines.
EastFruit's daily monitoring shows wholesale prices in Ukraine have dropped to 13–23 UAH/kg ($0.31–0.56/kg), marking a 14% decrease compared to the previous week. The price decline is attributed to increased supply from both domestic and imported sources. Notably, Polish potatoes from last year's harvest are available in the market, priced similarly to local products.
Despite the current situation, Ukrainian potatoes remain, on average, 28% pricier than in early April 2024. With ample supply, further price reductions are not ruled out by local farmers.
Source: EastFruit