Cassava prices have been on a consistent rise for the past 24 weeks, as reported by Cepea, with the nominal average forward price increasing by 2.1% to R$687.95/ton (R$1.1964 per gram of starch) between November 11 and 15. Over the course of 12 months, the real appreciation of the price has been 10.7%. This price hike is primarily due to a low supply, exacerbated by producers delaying deliveries due to profitable conditions and optimistic expectations. Despite the rising prices, industrial demand for cassava remains robust, fueled by increased sales at the wholesale and retail levels.