Potato trade positive in Ireland, demand picking up

Trade remains positive and reports from growers indicate that there is increased demand over the past week, the Irish Farmers Association (IFA) reported late this week.

IFA says plantings have resumed in parts of the country, but ground conditions are still very difficult. At this point growers are advised to rethink their planting strategy and ensure they grow for their market.

Although stocks remaining in store in Ireland are similar to last year