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15 June 2026
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Source:Aravali Sabarkantha Cold storage Data/Team Potato Bazaar
Aravalli–Sabarkantha Cold Storages Dispatch Only 16.11% of Potato Stocks Till May 2026
Aravalli–Sabarkantha Cold Storages Dispatch Only 16.11% of Potato Stocks Till May 2026
More Than 2 Crore Bags Still Remain in Storage
The latest cold storage dispatch (Nikasi) data from the Aravalli–Sabarkantha potato belt reveals that potato evacuation has remained relatively slow till the end of May 2026. Out of a total loading of 2.46 crore bags, only 39.67 lakh bags have been dispatched, leaving a substantial 2.07 crore bags still lying in cold storages.
In quantity terms, the region loaded approximately 12.92 lakh metric tonnes (MT) of potatoes during the season. Of this, only 2.09 lakh MT has been evacuated so far, while nearly 10.83 lakh MT continues to remain in storage.
Overall dispatch stands at 16.11%, indicating that nearly 84% of the stored stock is yet to move to the market.
Processing Varieties Dominate Inventories
The report highlights the growing dominance of processing potatoes in the Aravalli–Sabarkantha region.
1. Chips Potatoes
Chips varieties account for the largest share of stored potatoes.
• Total Loading: 1.23 crore bags (6.51 lakh MT)
• Dispatch: 21.91 lakh bags (1.16 lakh MT)
• Balance Stock: 1.01 crore bags (5.35 lakh MT)
• Dispatch Rate: 17.83%
Despite being the largest category, more than one crore bags of chips potatoes remain available for future procurement by processors.
2. French Fries Potatoes
French fries varieties also continue to hold significant inventories.
• Total Loading: 71.69 lakh bags (3.80 lakh MT)
• Dispatch: 12.86 lakh bags (68,100 MT)
•[Balance Stock: 58.83 lakh bags (3.12 lakh MT)
• Dispatch Rate: 17.93%
Large stocks remain available for the frozen potato processing industry.
3. Flakes Potatoes
• Total Loading: 7.17 lakh bags (39,000 MT)
• Dispatch: 1.09 lakh bags (5,800 MT)
• Balance Stock: 6.08 lakh bags (33,200 MT)
• Dispatch Rate: 15.23%
Combined together, Chips, French Fries and Flakes varieties account for more than 82% of total potato inventories in the region, underlining the importance of processing demand in determining market direction.
4. Table Potato Movement Slightly Better
Fresh market potatoes have shown marginally better movement compared to processing varieties.
• Total Loading: 20.21 lakh bags (1.01 lakh MT)
• Dispatch: 3.82 lakh bags (19,100 MT)
• Balance Stock: 16.39 lakh bags (81,950 MT)
• Dispatch Rate: 18.88%
While evacuation has been comparatively stronger, significant quantities remain available for future arrivals in fresh consumption markets.
5. Seed Stocks Yet to Move
Seed potato stocks remain fully intact, which is normal at this stage of the season.
• Total Loading: 24.25 lakh bags (1.21 lakh MT)
• Dispatch: Nil
• Balance Stock: 24.25 lakh bags (1.21 lakh MT)
• Dispatch Rate: 0%
These stocks are expected to move closer to the next planting season and therefore do not currently contribute to market supplies.
Key Market Takeaways
The report points to several important trends:
• Overall dispatch till May remains relatively low at 16.11%.
• More than 2.06 crore bags (10.83 lakh MT) remain available in cold storages.
• Processing varieties account for the majority of stocks and will continue to influence market sentiment.
• Table potato movement is slightly ahead of processing varieties but remains modest.
• Seed stocks are yet to begin evacuation.
• The pace of future stock liquidation will be a key determinant of market prices during June, July and August.
Potato Bazaar Insight
The most significant takeaway from the Aravalli–Sabarkantha dispatch report is the sheer volume of potatoes still remaining in storage.
Despite several months of market activity, nearly 84% of loaded stocks are yet to be evacuated.
With more than 2 crore bags (10.83 lakh MT) still available, the market is expected to remain well supplied in the coming months. Future price movements will depend largely on procurement by chips and French fries processors, export demand, and the speed at which cold storage holders release stocks into the market.
The report reinforces that inventory levels across one of India's most important potato-growing regions remain substantial, making stock evacuation trends a critical indicator to watch during the remainder of the storage season.
Note: Since processing (Chips, French Fries, Flakes) potatoes are generally CIPC-treated and stored in 53 kg bags, while Table and Seed potatoes are assumed at 50 kg bags.
The latest cold storage dispatch (Nikasi) data from the Aravalli–Sabarkantha potato belt reveals that potato evacuation has remained relatively slow till the end of May 2026. Out of a total loading of 2.46 crore bags, only 39.67 lakh bags have been dispatched, leaving a substantial 2.07 crore bags still lying in cold storages.
In quantity terms, the region loaded approximately 12.92 lakh metric tonnes (MT) of potatoes during the season. Of this, only 2.09 lakh MT has been evacuated so far, while nearly 10.83 lakh MT continues to remain in storage.
Overall dispatch stands at 16.11%, indicating that nearly 84% of the stored stock is yet to move to the market.
Processing Varieties Dominate Inventories
The report highlights the growing dominance of processing potatoes in the Aravalli–Sabarkantha region.
1. Chips Potatoes
Chips varieties account for the largest share of stored potatoes.
• Total Loading: 1.23 crore bags (6.51 lakh MT)
• Dispatch: 21.91 lakh bags (1.16 lakh MT)
• Balance Stock: 1.01 crore bags (5.35 lakh MT)
• Dispatch Rate: 17.83%
Despite being the largest category, more than one crore bags of chips potatoes remain available for future procurement by processors.
2. French Fries Potatoes
French fries varieties also continue to hold significant inventories.
• Total Loading: 71.69 lakh bags (3.80 lakh MT)
• Dispatch: 12.86 lakh bags (68,100 MT)
•[Balance Stock: 58.83 lakh bags (3.12 lakh MT)
• Dispatch Rate: 17.93%
Large stocks remain available for the frozen potato processing industry.
3. Flakes Potatoes
• Total Loading: 7.17 lakh bags (39,000 MT)
• Dispatch: 1.09 lakh bags (5,800 MT)
• Balance Stock: 6.08 lakh bags (33,200 MT)
• Dispatch Rate: 15.23%
Combined together, Chips, French Fries and Flakes varieties account for more than 82% of total potato inventories in the region, underlining the importance of processing demand in determining market direction.
4. Table Potato Movement Slightly Better
Fresh market potatoes have shown marginally better movement compared to processing varieties.
• Total Loading: 20.21 lakh bags (1.01 lakh MT)
• Dispatch: 3.82 lakh bags (19,100 MT)
• Balance Stock: 16.39 lakh bags (81,950 MT)
• Dispatch Rate: 18.88%
While evacuation has been comparatively stronger, significant quantities remain available for future arrivals in fresh consumption markets.
5. Seed Stocks Yet to Move
Seed potato stocks remain fully intact, which is normal at this stage of the season.
• Total Loading: 24.25 lakh bags (1.21 lakh MT)
• Dispatch: Nil
• Balance Stock: 24.25 lakh bags (1.21 lakh MT)
• Dispatch Rate: 0%
These stocks are expected to move closer to the next planting season and therefore do not currently contribute to market supplies.
Key Market Takeaways
The report points to several important trends:
• Overall dispatch till May remains relatively low at 16.11%.
• More than 2.06 crore bags (10.83 lakh MT) remain available in cold storages.
• Processing varieties account for the majority of stocks and will continue to influence market sentiment.
• Table potato movement is slightly ahead of processing varieties but remains modest.
• Seed stocks are yet to begin evacuation.
• The pace of future stock liquidation will be a key determinant of market prices during June, July and August.
Potato Bazaar Insight
The most significant takeaway from the Aravalli–Sabarkantha dispatch report is the sheer volume of potatoes still remaining in storage.
Despite several months of market activity, nearly 84% of loaded stocks are yet to be evacuated.
With more than 2 crore bags (10.83 lakh MT) still available, the market is expected to remain well supplied in the coming months. Future price movements will depend largely on procurement by chips and French fries processors, export demand, and the speed at which cold storage holders release stocks into the market.
The report reinforces that inventory levels across one of India's most important potato-growing regions remain substantial, making stock evacuation trends a critical indicator to watch during the remainder of the storage season.
Note: Since processing (Chips, French Fries, Flakes) potatoes are generally CIPC-treated and stored in 53 kg bags, while Table and Seed potatoes are assumed at 50 kg bags.
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