About the Sector

New Zealand’s potato industry is valued at approximately $1.0 billion annually. Frozen products and fries contribute a third of the total value, with 34% from fresh potatoes, 29% from crisps, and the remaining 1.4% from seed potatoes. Domestic retail is responsible for 87% of the total value of New Zealand potatoes and potato products with the remaining 13% from exports.

Potatoes New Zealand

Potatoes New Zealand became incorporated on 17 April 2012 (Incorporated Society Number 2559200),

Rrepresenting growers’ interests, Potatoes New Zealand is committed to listening to, enabling and promoting better outcomes for the New Zealand potato industry.

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