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Belgium: smaller potatoes threaten french fry production

Euronews Portugal26 August 2026 at 16:26

Extreme weather conditions in Belgium have resulted in a significantly reduced potato harvest this year, with tubers smaller than usual, raising concerns about potential supply shortages and consequent price increases in the world's largest exporter of frozen fries.

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