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Finland: Potato Market 2025

Potato Market Size in Finland

The Finnish potato market soared to $X in 2021, with an increase of 21% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated resilient growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.3% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption decreased by -13.8% against 2019 indices. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Potato Production in Finland

In value terms, potato production surged to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, enjoyed a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the production volume increased by 146% against the previous year. Potato production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

The average yield of potatoes in Finland contracted slightly to X tons per ha in 2021, declining by -2.1% on 2020 figures. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of +2.5% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 19% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average potato yield hit record highs at X tons per ha in 2020, and then contracted in the following year. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2021, the total area harvested in terms of potatoes production in Finland reached X ha, rising by 1.7% compared with 2020 figures. In general, the harvested area saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 6.8% against the previous year. As a result, the harvested area reached the peak level of X ha. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the potato harvested area remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Potato Exports

Exports from Finland

In 2021, approx. X tons of potatoes were exported from Finland; jumping by 29% compared with 2020 figures. In general, exports, however, showed a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 42%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, potato exports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 37% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Latvia (X tons), Sweden (X tons) and Estonia (X tons) were the main destinations of potato exports from Finland, with a combined 64% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Lithuania, Russia, the Netherlands and Norway, which together accounted for a further 32%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by the Netherlands (with a CAGR of +195.3%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for potato exported from Finland were Sweden ($X), Russia ($X) and Latvia ($X), together accounting for 61% of total exports. Estonia, the Netherlands, Lithuania and Norway lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 32%.

Among the main countries of destination, the Netherlands, with a CAGR of +132.5%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average potato export price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -8.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a noticeable curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 18%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Russia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Latvia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Sweden (+10.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Potato Imports

Imports into Finland

In 2021, supplies from abroad of potatoes decreased by -1.7% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, imports recorded a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 26% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, potato imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports continue to indicate a perceptible shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when imports increased by 29%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Denmark (X tons), Sweden (X tons) and Lithuania (X tons) were the main suppliers of potato imports to Finland, with a combined 89% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Lithuania (with a CAGR of +2.3%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, Sweden ($X) constituted the largest supplier of potato to Finland, comprising 53% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Denmark ($X), with a 22% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy, with a 7.4% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Sweden amounted to -2.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Denmark (-5.5% per year) and Italy (+2.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average potato import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 18% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.6%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 19%. The import price peaked in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for Lithuania ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Estonia (+13.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of potato consumption in 2021 were China, India and Russia, with a combined 41% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Ukraine, the United States, Germany, Bangladesh, Poland, the Netherlands, France, Belgium, the UK and Belarus, which together accounted for a further 27%.
The countries with the highest volumes of potato production in 2021 were China, India and Russia, with a combined 42% share of global production. Ukraine, the United States, Germany, Bangladesh, France, Poland, the Netherlands, Belarus, Peru and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 28%.
In value terms, Sweden constituted the largest supplier of potato to Finland, comprising 53% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Denmark, with a 22% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy, with a 7.4% share.
In value terms, Sweden, Russia and Latvia appeared to be the largest markets for potato exported from Finland worldwide, with a combined 61% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Estonia, the Netherlands, Lithuania and Norway, which together accounted for a further 32%.
The average potato export price stood at $385 per ton in 2021, dropping by -8.4% against the previous year.
The average potato import price stood at $670 per ton in 2021, surging by 18% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the potato market in Finland. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • FCL 116 - Potatoes

Country coverage:

  • Finland

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Finland
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
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  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
    4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export

    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    10. Exports Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Trade Balance, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    6. Trade Balance, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
    10. Market Size and Growth, by Product
    11. Average Per Capita Consumption, by Product
    12. Exports and Growth, by Product
    13. Export Prices and Growth, by Product
    14. Production Volume and Growth
    15. Yield and Growth
    16. Exports and Growth
    17. Export Prices and Growth
    18. Market Size and Growth
    19. Per Capita Consumption
    20. Imports and Growth
    21. Import Prices
    22. Production, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    23. Production, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    24. Harvested Area: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    25. Yield: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    26. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    27. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    28. Imports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2024
    29. Imports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
    30. Imports, in Value Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
    31. Import Prices, by Country, 2012-2024
    32. Exports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    33. Exports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    34. Exports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2024
    35. Exports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
    36. Exports, in Value Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
    37. Export Prices, by Country, 2012-2024

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