Potatoes
Premium Egyptian potatoes grown in certified Pest Free Area (PFA) zones and selected for consistent sizing, quality, and suitability for fresh and processing markets.
Potatoes
Premium Egyptian potatoes grown in certified Pest Free Area (PFA) zones and selected for consistent sizing, clean skin, dependable quality, and suitability for both fresh and processing markets. EGAST owns and manages potato farms across the east and west sides of the Nile Delta, with full control over agricultural operations on more than 14,000 acres of sandy soil. With total potato production reaching 250,000 tons, EGAST applies modern agricultural practices from plantation to harvest and post-harvest handling to ensure export-ready potatoes that meet diverse international market requirements. EGAST’s potato operations are supported by three large packing facilities with a daily capacity of up to 2,100 tons, in addition to cold storage capacity of 70,000 tons. Packing methods incorporate specially designed wooden crates, advanced packing lines, and modern storage equipment to ensure gentle handling, quality preservation, and reliable export performance.
- Table varieties: Spunta, Mondial, Bellini, Naima, Synergy, Cara, and others.
- Salad varieties: Anabelle, Ditta, and others.
- Processing varieties: Lady Rosetta, Caruso, Hermes, Punchy, Tilbury, Diamant, Aniessa, and others.
- Fresh season: January to June.
- Stored season: July to November for selected varieties.
- Availability, sizes, calibers, and packing options are confirmed by EGAST’s export team before final quotation.
- Final product specifications depend on buyer destination, market requirements, shipment window, order volume, and available packing materials.
Potatoes — Commercial Types & Export Classification
A clear overview of EGAST’s potato options, organized by commercial type, seasonal availability, size range, and export packing. This structure helps buyers compare fresh and processing varieties, review suitable calibers, and prepare more accurate inquiries based on destination requirements and market needs.
| Classification | Varieties / Types | Availability | Sizes / Calibers | Packaging |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Table Potatoes | Spunta, Mondial, Bellini, Naima, Synergy, Cara, and others | Fresh: January to June | 40+, 45+, 40–60, 50+, 55+, 60+ | 2.5 kg, 10 kg, 15 kg, 25 kg, 1250 kg |
| Salad Potatoes | Anabelle, Ditta, and others | Fresh: January to June | 40+, 45+, 40–60, 50+, 55+, 60+ | 2.5 kg, 10 kg, 15 kg, 25 kg, 1250 kg |
| Processing for Chips | Lady Rosetta, Caruso, Hermes, Punchy, Tilbury, and others | Fresh: January to June Stored: July to November |
40+, 45+, 40–60, 50+, 55+, 60+ | 2.5 kg, 10 kg, 15 kg, 25 kg, 1250 kg |
| Processing for French Fries | Diamant, Aniessa, and others | Fresh: January to June Stored: July to November |
40+, 45+, 40–60, 50+, 55+, 60+ | 2.5 kg, 10 kg, 15 kg, 25 kg, 1250 kg |
Potatoes — Seasonality by Product Type
Monthly availability is shown as Fresh, Stored, or None according to the catalogue reference and export planning data.
| Product type / variety | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Table Potatoes | Fresh | Fresh | Fresh | Fresh | Fresh | Fresh | None | None | None | None | None | None |
| Salad Potatoes | Fresh | Fresh | Fresh | Fresh | Fresh | Fresh | None | None | None | None | None | None |
| Processing for Chips | Fresh | Fresh | Fresh | Fresh | Fresh | Fresh | Stored | Stored | Stored | Stored | Stored | None |
| Processing for French Fries | Fresh | Fresh | Fresh | Fresh | Fresh | Fresh | Stored | Stored | Stored | Stored | Stored | None |
Request a confirmed Potatoes quotation
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