Potatoes are grown all over Norway, including in the most northern county Finnmark, despite its latitude of 70 N.
Common varieties grown in Norway are Saturna, Asterix, Mandel, Folva, and Beate.
Like in most countries, the size of the farms has increased significantly, although they are still relatively small for European standards.
Agricultural Statistics Norway
Potato Yield in 1997 : | 262300.00 | Hg/Ha | Calculated data | ℹ |
Potato Seed in 1997 : | 40000.00 | tonnes | FAO estimate | ℹ |
Potato Area Harvested in 1997 : | 17900.00 | Ha | Official data | ℹ |
Potato Processed in 1997 : | 17500.00 | tonnes | Standardized data | ℹ |
Potato Price at Producer in 1997 : | 203.60 | USD/tonne | Official data | ℹ |
Potato Production in 1996 : | 419474.00 | tonnes | Official data | ℹ |
Potato Yield in 1996 : | 231243.00 | Hg/Ha | Calculated data | ℹ |