
Argelia: The potato industry still seeking regulation
During this month of Ramadan, while the prices of some agricultural products have stabilized, the potato has been the exception.
During this month of Ramadan, while the prices of some agricultural products have stabilized, the potato has been the exception.
Rural Development and Land Minister Yamil Flores said the government is working to compensate for the losses.
En el marco de la 46º Fiesta Provincial de la Papa desarrollada en la localidad de Comandante Nicanor Otamendi, partido de General Alvarado, se llevó a cabo el denominado “Encuentro de Productores” organizado por la Federación Nacional de Papa.
Durante la 46º Fiesta de la Papa, autoridades provinciales y productores de papa realizaron un balance sobre el proceso productivo y las expectativas para la cosecha, destacando el potencial de la actividad como motor de desarrollo local.
La falta de acceso a mercados y financiamiento obliga a los agricultores a vender a precios bajos a terceros que incrementan el costo de los productos de la canasta básica.
During the 46th Potato Festival, provincial authorities and potato producers reviewed the production process and harvest expectations, highlighting the activity’s potential as a driver of local development.
As part of the 46th Provincial Potato Festival held in the town of Comandante Nicanor Otamendi, General Alvarado district, the so-called "Producers Meeting" was organized by the National Potato Federation.
Lack of access to markets and financing forces farmers to sell to third parties at low prices, which increases the cost of basic food products.