In previous years, the final holdings report of the season has been calculated in June, however since 2020 there have been reports in July, and this month’s report only includes a two-year average. The tables attached provide a good snapshot of the supply of old crop potatoes to finish the marketing season.
The Eastern provinces continue to hold more stock than the west, as has been the trend during 2022, above 2 year averages in all 4 reporting provinces. However, the late planting season and delayed growth should give the time needed to deplete these additional stocks.
