
Peru: Low white potato prices affect Huánuco producers
Prices for white potatoes produced in the Huánuco department are extremely low, affecting local producers, who cannot compete with agricultural production on the Peruvian coast.
Prices for white potatoes produced in the Huánuco department are extremely low, affecting local producers, who cannot compete with agricultural production on the Peruvian coast.
Los recursos que se generen a través de la comercialización de los productos serán invertidos en la sostenibilidad de la planta y para continuar apoyando a los productores de papa.
Desde su inicio a principios de 2024, el proyecto ha brindado más de 10 000 asistencias técnicas y desarrollado 730 capacitaciones, obteniendo resultados positivos en la producción.
El área estaba siendo preparada para cultivar papa, lo que podría comprometer valiosos ecosistemas de la región.
Potato prices are also taking a big step up this week. The top of the market is rising by 3 euros to 40 euros per 100 kilos. The bottom of the market is climbing to 25 euros per 100 kilos.
The resources generated through the marketing of the products will be invested in the sustainability of the plant and to continue supporting potato producers.
Since its inception in early 2024, the project has provided more than 10,000 technical assistance sessions and developed 730 training sessions, obtaining positive results in production.
The area was being prepared for potato cultivation, which could compromise valuable ecosystems in the region.