Mexican food price increases due to drought

Overview

A severe drought in Mexico has led to significant agricultural shortages and rising food prices. In Guerrero, industry leaders reported that approximately 190,000 hectares of land were lost, with potential corn yield reductions estimated between 550,000 and 600,000 tons. To combat rising costs and stabilize the supply chain, producers requested government intervention and the establishment of direct commercialization channels with other states to bypass intermediaries.

As the shortage progressed, price hikes became evident in local markets. In Iguala, Guerrero, the cost of corn tortillas and corn dough increased significantly. High freight costs, reaching roughly 1,400 pesos per ton, further contributed to these rises. Similar inflationary trends were observed in Morelos, where tomato prices more than doubled in a single week, alongside price increases for various vegetables and fruits.

Entities

Guerrero · Abdón Hernández Olvera · Cuernavaca · Chilpancingo · Iguala

Timeline

1 day ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
Mexico food prices rise due to drought and supply shortages
Rising drought conditions and grain shortages are driving up the cost of staples like tortillas and tomatoes in Guerrero and Morelos, Mexico.
7 days ago

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Guerrero tortilla producers seek government aid amid corn shortages
Tortilla producers in Guerrero are requesting government intervention and direct corn sourcing to stabilize prices following significant crop losses due to drought and rising transportation costs.

Sources

diario21.com.mx · diariodemorelos.com · elsoldechiapas.com · promar.tv