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Potato price inflation in La Paz, Bolivia
Overview
In La Paz, Bolivia, potato prices have increased by as much as 80%, with the cost per arroba rising from approximately Bs 50 to Bs 90.
Local merchants link this surge to higher transportation costs for goods arriving from Cochabamba. Vendors report that difficulties in securing diesel have caused long queues for trucks, which has reduced the frequency of food shipments and increased freight expenses. Although the official diesel price for transport is maintained at Bs 9.80 per liter, supply delays continue to affect market availability and pricing.
Entities
La Paz · INDEC · Baja California Sur · Cochabamba · UNLP
Timeline
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12 days ago
[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesLa Paz potato prices surge 80% amid transport costsPotato prices in La Paz have increased by up to 80% due to rising transportation costs and diesel shortages affecting shipments from Cochabamba.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 3 sourcesLa Paz reviews transport fare increase and ends extra water bill chargeLa Paz officials are studying a 16/18‑peso transport fare hike while cancelling an 11‑peso water surcharge, with public consultations and plans for alternative meter‑funding.
Sources
elnortealdia.com · infoplatense.com.ar · quilmespresente.com