Seed potatoes in short supply as Brexit trade challenges continue

For the second consecutive year seed potato availability is an issue for UK potato growers

For the second consecutive year, seed potato availability is an issue for UK potato growers.

Since Brexit, the importation of seed potatoes into the EU from Britain is prohibited by EU plant health regulations.

Before Brexit, significant quantities of seed potatoes had been imported into Ireland from Scotland. With the loss of this source, Irish growers of processing varieties (for chipping and crisping) have found it very difficult to source sufficient seed potatoes for planting in 2025.