India’s potato production 2024-25 has been pegged at 58.108 million tonnes, according to the Third Advance Estimates for Horticulture Crops released by the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare on November 25, 2025. This marks a 1.85% increase from the 2023-24 production of 57.053 million tonnes, strengthening India’s position as the world’s second-largest potato producer after China.
India Potato Production Statistics 2024-25
The third advance estimates 2024-25 reveal India’s potato sector performance during the July-June crop year. While the current India potato production estimate of 58.1 million tonnes shows moderate growth, it represents a downward revision from the second advance estimates of 60.175 million tonnes released in June 2025. This adjustment of approximately 2 million tonnes reflects accurate data compilation from various states and union territories.
The overall horticulture production in India 2024-25 has been estimated at 369.05 million tonnes, up from 354.74 million tonnes in 2023-24, representing a 4% year-on-year increase. Potatoes contributed significantly to the vegetable sector, which recorded production of 215.68 million tonnes, showing a 4.09% increase from 207.21 million tonnes in 2023-24.
Growth Factors in Indian Potato Sector
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan attributed the positive India potato production 2024-25 performance to several key factors:
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Dedication and hard work of Indian potato farmers
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Contributions of agricultural scientists
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Farmer-friendly policies implemented by the Central government
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Advancements in modern farming tools and equipment
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Improved high-quality seed production
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Enhanced market infrastructure and cold chain facilities
The area under horticulture crops expanded to 29.488 million hectares in 2024-25, up from 29.08 million hectares in 2023-24. This expansion in cultivated area, combined with improved agricultural practices and favorable weather conditions, supported the Indian potato production growth.
Processed Potato Production in India
A significant trend in India’s potato sector 2024-25 is the growing emphasis on processed potato production. Gujarat has emerged as India’s leading producer of processed potatoes, surpassing traditional leaders like Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. Gujarat’s Mehsana and Banaskantha districts now host modern dehydration plants supported by contract farming and cold storage networks.
India Processed Potato Exports Surge
Indian processed potato exports have witnessed remarkable growth, with dehydrated potato granules and pellets exports surging from USD 11.4 million in 2021-22 to USD 63.3 million in 2024-25 — a phenomenal 450% increase. This makes processed potato products India’s fastest-growing processed food export category.
Top export destinations for Indian processed potatoes:
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Malaysia (primary market)
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Philippines
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Indonesia
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Japan
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Thailand
These five Southeast Asian countries account for nearly 80% of India’s total processed potato exports. Potato flour exports demonstrated a staggering 1,100% increase during this period.
India Potato Production Outlook 2025
The Third Advance Estimates for India potato production 2024-25 reflect steady progress while highlighting opportunities for continued growth. With India’s 58.1 million tonnes potato production and expanding processing infrastructure, the sector is well-positioned for sustained development.
Key areas for future growth in Indian potato sector:
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Investment in processing infrastructure and cold chain facilities
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Expansion of contract farming models
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Development of high-solids potato varieties for processing
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Strengthening market linkages for farmers
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Leveraging preferential tariffs under India-ASEAN Trade Agreement
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Capitalizing on export opportunities in Southeast Asia
As domestic consumption patterns evolve and Indian potato export opportunities expand, particularly in processed potato products, India’s potato sector demonstrates strong potential for growth in 2025 and beyond.
