Bolivia: Crisis in pork production

Pig production in Bolivia is going through a serious crisis. The country's farmers, especially in the department of Santa Cruz, are forced to reduce their operations due to the high costs of raw materials and other essential inputs, added to the unstable economic situation. This was reported by Jorge Méndez, president of the Departmental Association of Pig Farmers of Santa Cruz (Adepor), who has warned about the state of emergency that the sector is facing. In statements to the Bolivian newspaper El Mundo, Méndez stressed that 70% of the elements necessary for pig farming must be imported. Dependence on the international market and economic uncertainty have caused a decrease in supply, as many farmers choose to reduce their production. "The outlook is uncertain, and many have made the decision to cut back on their operations," he said. Another critical factor that aggravates the situation is the shortage of fuel, which makes it difficult to transport personnel and products to and ...