India’s potato sector is set to strengthen connections across production, processing, storage, logistics and international trade through the Global Potato Summit 2026, scheduled for 16–17 December in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
The two-day event will bring together growers, seed specialists, processors, exporters, technology providers, researchers, policymakers, investors and buyers to explore opportunities across the potato value chain.
India produces close to 60 million tonnes of potatoes annually, making it the world’s second-largest producer. Growing demand for processed products such as frozen fries, chips and flakes is creating new opportunities for specialised varieties, improved quality management, mechanisation and processing-oriented production.
Cold-chain infrastructure and logistics will also be central to the summit, supporting stronger connections between farms, storage facilities, processors and domestic and international markets. Gujarat’s established food-processing sector, cold-storage infrastructure and market connectivity make it a strategic location for the event.
The summit will feature an international conference and exhibition covering global potato production and trade, seed innovation, crop management, mechanisation, cold-chain development, processing technologies, consumer trends and sustainable production.
Farm and factory visits will provide additional opportunities for participants to explore practical applications across the supply chain. Discussions will also highlight food security, opportunities for women farmers and young entrepreneurs, and the contribution of MSMEs and technology to value-chain development.
With participation expected from more than 15 countries, the event is positioned to support knowledge exchange, technology partnerships, investment and stronger commercial connections across India’s growing potato supply chain.
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