80 +
Years in Business
who we are
NZ’s #1 Supplier of High-Quality Seed Potatoes
Since 1941, Alex McDonald Ltd has been New Zealand’s leading supplier of high-quality seed potatoes. From our base on the fertile Canterbury Plains, we’ve been working alongside growers, processors, and fresh market suppliers for over 80 years to deliver potatoes that meet the needs of every sector — from your favourite hot chips to premium crisps and the spuds you pick up at the supermarket.
Kiwis Love Our Spuds
We’re a trusted supplier to the Kiwi French fry, crisping, and fresh market sectors.
Proudly Home Grown
We’re a family-owned and operated business with deep roots in the community.
About Us
Proud Potato Pioneers
At Alex McDonald Ltd, potatoes aren’t just our livelihood — they’re our legacy. We’ve seen the industry grow and evolve, and we’ve led from the front with innovation, knowledge, and care. From our growers to your dinner plate, it all starts with the right seed.
The Great Kiwi Staple
Why We Love Spuds
Endless Versatility
Chips, mash, roast or boil. Potatoes suit every Kiwi meal.
Healthy Staple
Nutritious, filling, and affordable. Potatoes power families every day.
Eco Friendly
Potatoes need less water, making them a sustainable crop.
Kiwi Classic
From fish and chips to roasts, spuds fuel tradition.
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Our Philosophy
What makes us different…
Is our commitment to quality, innovation, and relationships. Seed potatoes are the foundation of the industry, and our role is to ensure New Zealand’s potato growers have access to varieties that are healthy, high-performing, and fit for every market. Whether it’s sourcing the best new cultivars from Europe, running extensive field trials here in Aotearoa, or ensuring every crop is disease-free through our Pathogen Tested Scheme, we take pride in doing things the right way.
The Great Kiwi Staple
We Grow NZ's Favourites
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Trusted By
Alex McDonald are trusted by the following brands
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Morton Smith
Fiesta
Balle Bros
Snackachangi Chips
Talley’s
Kowhai Bush Farms
Potato Seed Co-op Ltd
Kim Young & Sons Ltd
Jivan Produce
Kettle
Hira Bhana
Eta
Crozier Farm
Wilcox
