Seed potato exports from Britain are expected to break more records following a highly successful season in 2011 and Potato Council head of seed and export, Mark Prentice, is looking forward to a busy time at this year’s Fruit Logistica.
"Last year we smashed through the 100,000 tonne barrier thanks to Britain’s growing reputation as a world-wide supplier of quality seed potatoes,"explains Mr Prentice.
"Over the past ten years we have seen a 43 per cent increase in trade that is a result of careful development of seed potato varieties to ensure great results in varying climatic conditions. British seed potatoes are successfully produced for fresh and processed markets in countries as diverse as Egypt, South America and Asia."
