Tomato prices increase by 38% in one week at Costa Rican farmer's markets

The article highlights a significant increase in the prices of various fruits and vegetables at farmer's markets in Costa Rica. The price of tomatoes has surged by up to 38% in a week, according to the National Production Council (CNP). Additionally, the cost of chili dulce peppers, carrots, bananas, lettuce 'americana,' and potatoes has risen by up to 13%. However, the prices of national Hass-type avocados, yellow onions, and plantains have seen a decrease at the markets. The President of the National Board of Fairs, Edwin Vargas, anticipates that these rising prices will continue to trend throughout the rest of the year.