The Belgian Belgapom has further lowered the quotation for French fries potatoes of the Fontane variety to below 20 euros per 100 kilos. This week’s reduction amounts to 2.50 euros, bringing the price to 17.50 euros per 100 kilos.
Hot weather is forcing growers to harvest
O clima quente está forçando os produtores a colher
Potato producers in Miraflor are facing a drop in prices before marketing their harvest, while tomato prices continue to decline in Somoto.
One of the most alarming aspects of this crisis is the drastic reduction in prices on the free market.
The agricultural company La Cuba has started the potato harvest in Ciego de Ávila, which will gradually extend to various state and rural production units in the province.
A recent IFA potato report reveals that when it comes to France, it is noted that “non-traditional” potato varieties which were grown because of the overall lack of seed last year are proving hard to move.
Potato producers are asking the national government for support to be able to grow their products.
