Record year for the potato processing sector

 

 

In 2016, the Belgian sector transformed 4.4 million tons of potatoes, up by 11% from 3.97 million tons by 2015. The production of frozen French fries closed the year with 1.68 million tons produced, ie + 14.3% compared to 2015. Production of chilled French fries totaled 234 700 tons, ie 3.5% higher than in 2015; Other products (chips, puree products, flakes, etc.) reached 468 513 tons, ie 1.7%.

 

 

 

Another record in 2016: the amount of investments that confirms confidence in the future. Approximately € 310 million (+ 85% compared to the previous record year of 2015) was invested in quantitative and qualitative innovations.