Archive · 22 Aug 2025
Potato Industry Faces Talent Shortage in India
India produces a lot of potatoes, second only to China.
But, the people who know how to help grow these potatoes, like scientists and engineers, are not enough.
A CEO from a big potato company says this is slowing down the business.
They need more experts to create new potato types that can handle different weather and help farmers grow them better.
Even though India's frozen french fries are popular worldwide, not having enough skilled people could cause problems in the future.
They're hoping more people will learn about potatoes and help make the industry even better.
HyFun Foods CEO highlights a shortage of skilled professionals in the Indian potato industry.
The talent gap includes breeders, agronomists, and agricultural engineers, hindering growth.
India is the world's second-largest potato producer, with frozen French fries seeing strong international growth.
Expert emphasizes the need for climate-resilient potato varieties and improved farmer outreach.
Lack of manpower for farm extension services poses a significant challenge.
- Who
- S Soundararadjane, CEO of HyFun Foods.
- What
- Shortage of skilled professionals in the Indian potato industry.
- When
- Thursday
- Where
- Pune, India
- Why
- Lack of talent may slow down growth in the potato industry.
Industry Challenges
Current Status
Industry Growth
Industry Challenges
Lack of skilled professionals is slowing industry growth.
Current Status
The industry is currently able to function, despite this shortage.
- Main Issue
- Shortage of skilled professionals
- Key Professions Lacking
- Breeders, agronomists, agricultural engineers
- India's Rank (Potato Production)
- 2nd globally
- Main Potato Varieties
- Table, crisps, fries
- Focus
- Climate-resilient potato varieties, farmer outreach
