Potato Market

The russet potato market is seeing good demand throughout the country. It appears that Idaho’s lower shipments are affecting the rest of the country’s increased demand. The open market price continues to inch up on nearly all russet potato sizes. Movement will increase tremendously in the coming weeks to accommodate holiday demands.

Demand will exceed supply in the red potato market. Growers in the Red River Valley have battled the weather this season, leaving some acreage unharvested. Supply in North Dakota and Wisconsin are down as opposed to the typical red potato availability. Growers in Idaho have ample supply with great quality and Colorado growers started shipping more supplies last week. Florida will bring more new crop red potatoes to market when it becomes available in a few months.

Movement in the yellow potato market is stable. Most growing regions have an adequate supply with steady pricing. Contact your RPE sales representative for special promotional pricing.

Minimal change in the white potato market. Demand and pricing remain steady.

All growing areas are happy with their remaining fingerling potato supply. Pricing remains steady making this an excellent variety to promote.

Merchandising update

It is time to start expanding your potato and onion sets, leading up to Thanksgiving. Set up secondary displays for your key russet and sweet potatoes.

Expand your assortment to include fingerlings, Tasteful Selections^® bite-size potatoes and organic potatoes.

Consumers will be looking for a wide selection for their holiday meal.

Onion market

The onion market is seeing a small holiday bump in demand. Movement and pricing are steady across the board, with plenty of availability in Wisconsin, Michigan, Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Utah. Growers are reporting excellent yields and good quality for the year.

Movement should increase as we get closer to Thanksgiving. Place your orders today with your RPE sales representative!