The tables present data on potato consumption and production across various regions of the world in 2006.
Overall, Europe had the highest per capita consumption of potatoes, although its production was slightly lower than that of emerged as the top producer. In contrast, South and Central America, along with Africa, recorded the lowest levels of both consumption and production.
In terms of potato consumption, Europe led in 2006, with an average consumption of 96.1 kilograms per capita (kg/capita). North America followed, with a figure of 57.9 kg/capita, which was almost twice the consumption level of both the Asia/Oceania region and South and Central America, each of which consumed around 25 kg/capita. Africa had the lowest consumption rate, with only 14.1 kg/capita.
Regarding production, the largest producer, with a total output of 131.2 million tonnes (Mt). Although Europe consumed the most potatoes, it ranked second in production, generating 126.3 Mt. In contrast, North America, Africa, and South and Central America had the lowest production levels, with figures ranging between 15 and 25 Mt each.
In summary, while Europe stood out as the highest consumer of potatoes, other regions in production. Africa and South and Central America exhibited the lowest figures in both