Fresh Bell Pepper Prices Skyrocket in Colombia During W52 Due to Production Halt

As a result of a halt in the production activities of Fresh Bell Pepper in the growing areas of Antioquia and Huila, prices increased in both regions. On the Northern side, prices rose by 43% week-on-week (WoW) in W52, reaching a final value of USD 1.90 per kilogram (kg) at the wholesale level. On the Southern side, prices increased by 39% WoW, with the product sold at USD 1.02/kg in the wholesale markets.