Midterm break this week will temporarily disrupt consumption with the food service sector seeing a boost in demand. Overall, consumption this year to date has been buoyant, as consumers realize the value for money that potatoes offer. Crops continue to be lifted across the country as they become fit. The effect of late-planted crops is definitely evident now as yields are much lower on these crops.
In the U.K. lifting conditions remain difficult following heavy rainfall on the southern and western side of the country. It is reported that some crops that were stored since the rain started are starting to show breakdown problems including Pink Rot and wet rot. Stores have been unloaded and some on long-term contracts will need to move earlier than planned. Heavy rain in parts of Europe last week has also restricted liftings.
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