Convenience and Versatility Offered is Escalating the Sales of Dehydrated Potato Products Manufacturers

Dehydrated potatoes are known for their great versatility and flavor and provide the nutritional value of fresh potatoes. They are widely used in salads, soups, and ready-to-eat foods. These items are produced by using various techniques to dry out the fresh potatoes and increase their shelf life. Rapid changes in people’s lifestyle have left them with little time to cook food from scratch. This factor will boost the use of these potatoes in the hospitality and food & beverage industries.

The production of dehydrated foods, including potatoes, has increased considerably in recent years due to factors, such as the growing popularity of Ready-to-Eat (RTE) foods. Increased urbanization has increased the consumption of such foods, which will further enhance the sales of dehydrated potatoes.

Fortune Business Insights has stated in its report that the market for dehydrated potato products is anticipated to record a valuation of USD 13.49 billion by 2032, recording a CAGR of 7.23% during the forecast period of 2024-2032. The market was valued at USD 7.22 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 7.72 billion in 2024.

Here Is A List Of The Top 10 Companies That Manufacture Dehydrated Potatoes For Its Vast Client Base:

1. McCain Foods Limited

McCain Foods Limited is a multinational producer of frozen foods based in Canada. It is also one of the largest dehydrated potato products manufacturers, such as pre-fried French fries, frozen potato specialties, and dehydrated potato flakes. The firm produces premium quality products through its various brands, such as Mc Cain Foods, Lutosa, Cela Vita, and Infinity Foods.

September 2021: McCain Foods Ltd. announced that it had invested USD 20 million in its manufacturing plant in Bethune. The new funds will help the company modernize its site, create a new packaging line, and establish a brand new packaging for French fries.

2. Aviko Rixona

Aviko Rixona, a Dutch market leader, is a subsidiary of its parent company, Royal Cosun, and manufactures dried, fresh, and frozen potato products. Since its establishment in 1962, Aviko has become one of the four largest potato processors in the world, conducting its business operations in nearly 110 countries.

3. Emsland Group

Emsland Group is food manufacturer based in Germany. The company makes potato flakes, protein, fibers, granules, pea proteins, and refined starch products. Since the past 90 years, Emsland has been making high-quality “Made in Germany” products for its markets across the world.

January 2024: Emsland Group announced that it had plans to invest millions to increase its production of potato flakes in Emlichheim.

4. Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc., is an American food brand that produces and distributes frozen potato products, waffle fries, and frozen French fries. Some of the company's most widely known subsidiaries include Lamb Weston/Meijer and ConAgra Foods. It started its operations in 1950 and since then, it has become one of the biggest dehydrated potato products manufacturers, with its operations in more than 100 countries, such as China, Japan, Oceania, MEA, and Europe.

September 2022: Lamb Weston Holdings Inc. announced its plans to invest nearly USD 240 million in a new French fry manufacturing facility based in Argentina. The new unit is expected to manufacture more than 200 million pounds of frozen French fries and other dehydrated potato products every year.

5. Idaho Pacific Holdings, Inc.

Idaho Pacific Holdings, Inc. is a part of Otter Tail Corporation, which is an energy firm based in the U.S. that produces dehydrated potato products, such as slices, flakes, granules, and flour. The company makes these products and has a wide range of applications in various food service companies. Idaho Pacific also has a highly skilled research and development team that assists in the development of personalized solutions for its consumers.

6. Augason Farms

Augason Farms is a family-owned business in the U.S. that offers premium quality and highly nutritious ready-to-prepare meals, fruits & vegetables, nuts, meats, and dairy products that have a long shelf life. All the products made by the company are freeze-dried to ensure that their nutritional value and freshness stay intact. Also, the company has an in-house manufacturing plant and maintains quality during the production processes.

7. Oregon Potato Company

Oregon Potato Company is one of the prominent growers and processors of frozen and dehydrated vegetables and potatoes and fruits. The company has 40 years of experience in the industry and has expanded by launching innovative products. It has a robust network of production plants across Michigan, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. As far as dehydrated potatoes are concerned, the company provides a variety of traditional (wedges, slices), dehydrated (low leach potato flakes/shreds/dices) and dehydrofrozen (sliced and diced) products.

8. Keystone Potato Products, LLC

Keystone Potato Products, LLC is a reputed wholesaler and supplier of potatoes across the U.S. market. It uses fresh potatoes to make dehydrated potato flour, flakes, and fresh-cut potato items. The company was formed through a collective amalgamation of 40 esteemed and knowledgeable potato growers from the Mid-Atlantic region of the U.S.

9. Basic America Foods

Basic American Foods is a U.S.-based food corporation that manufactures shelf-life stable products for foodservice and retail markets. It is one of the largest producers of dry potato and legume products across the nation. The company has three business segments – ingredients, foodservice, and consumer brands.

10.Goodrich Cereals

Goodrich Cereals is a leading manufacturer and exporter of potato products based in India. The company is known for its potato flour, granules, flakes and dehydrated potato items, including strips, cubes, dices and shreds. Goodrich promotes their products to some of the most prolific multinational companies, such as Parle, ITC, Haldiram’s, and Bikano and also exports to various countries across the world.

What is the future of the dehydrated potato industry?

The dehydrated potato industry is anticipated to show remarkable growth in the coming years due to the increasing production and consumption of Ready-to-Eat (RTE) foods. Such convenience foods have gained significant traction recently as customers do not have to spend a lot of time in preparing their meals. Moreover, a notable growth in customers’ disposable incomes will also catalyze the sales of dehydrated potato products.