Severe Drought in Honduras Threatens Crops, Livestock and Food Prices

The Federation of Farmers and Ranchers of Honduras (FENAGH) warned that the drought in the country's Dry Corridor has caused up to 100 % loss of planted crops in departments such as El Paraíso, Choluteca, Valle and La Paz. The expected national maize harvest has been cut from eight‑to‑ten million quintals to about six million, jeopardising the supply of a staple food and putting pressure on domestic prices. Livestock production is also under strain as pastures dry out, reducing milk and meat output.

Municipal leaders say the emergency is worsening. Juan Carlos Molina, president of the Association of Municipalities of Honduras (AMHON), said the situation “se agudiza” and urged the government to consider a red‑alert declaration for the 75 municipalities currently under a yellow alert. He called for urgent transfers of funds to municipalities to support families, children and the elderly, and highlighted coordination with COPECO, the United Nations and the First Lady’s office.

Both FENAGH and AMHON are pressing the government for faster assistance and policy adjustments to mitigate the drought’s impact on food security.