India’s Processed Potato Exports Surge 450% as Southeast Asia Demand Rises

India’s potato sector is witnessing a sharp surge, driven by global supply constraints and rising demand from Southeast Asia. According to a report by Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI), processed potato exports have grown by 450%, positioning India as a key snack supplier in the region.

Export Growth and Key Figures

Exports of dehydrated potato granules and pellets soared to $63.3 million in FY2025, up from $11.4 million in FY2022, making them India’s fastest-growing processed food category. Other processed potato products, including flour, starch, chips, and ready-to-eat items, reached $18.8 million over the same period, compared to $6.2 million in FY2022. Potato flour alone recorded an impressive 1,100% increase.

Major Markets and Regional Demand

Malaysia emerged as the largest buyer, importing goods worth $22.1 million. The Philippines and Indonesia followed, with exports to these regions surging 600% and 924%, respectively. Japan and Thailand also tripled their purchases. Collectively, these countries account for nearly 80% of India’s processed potato exports, supported by BIS, ISO, and HACCP certifications.

Infrastructure and Production Capacity

The expansion is backed by modern dehydration plants, contract farming, and cold-chain networks, leveraging India’s 56-million-tonne annual potato crop. Gujarat’s Mehsana and Banaskantha districts host advanced dehydration facilities with integrated cold storage, while new plants in Agra and Farrukhabad aim to boost capacity further.

Global Supply Factors Driving Growth

Europe faces high energy costs and unpredictable harvests, while China focuses on domestic demand. Amid these challenges, India has emerged as a reliable, low-cost, year-round supplier for snack and quick-service restaurant (QSR) industries across Southeast Asia.

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Conclusion

India’s processed potato exports have surged on the back of strong global demand and robust domestic infrastructure. With Southeast Asia driving growth and new facilities enhancing capacity, India is set to strengthen its position as a leading supplier in the global snack industry.

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