
Europe Faces Potato Shortage After Summer Heatwaves Hit Crops
Europe faces a potato shortage in 2026 after heatwaves and drought cut yields, reduced tuber size and pushed potato prices higher across major producers.

Europe faces a potato shortage in 2026 after heatwaves and drought cut yields, reduced tuber size and pushed potato prices higher across major producers.

Rising potato prices and job losses are forcing many Afghan families to cut basic food from their meals, raising fears of a wider hunger crisis.

Potato cultivation in Bogura has declined as farmers face low prices and repeated losses, even though production is expected to meet this year’s target.

Key Highlights: Potato growers across Bangladesh are facing serious financial losses as prices have fallen sharply this season. Retail prices…