
Nicaragua: Potato and tomato prices are low in Estelí and Somoto
Potato producers in Miraflor are facing a drop in prices before marketing their harvest, while tomato prices continue to decline in Somoto.
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.
Producers of criolla potatoes in the municipality of La Unión, in eastern Antioquia, have raised the alarm due to the severe crisis they are facing due to the fall in the prices of this tuber.
Huánuco has more than 300 varieties of potatoes, including tumbay, yellow, huayro, zumaque soncco, cacho de toro and cantina sugar, which stand out for their quality and high demand in the market.
The new variety stands out for its yellow skin and pulp, which is popular and preferred by consumers. It is consumed fresh and can be stored for up to two months.