Minister of Agriculture Addresses Concerns Over Price Increase in Food Crops Post-Hurricane Impact
July 11, 2024
Minister of Agriculture Indar Weir addresses concerns over potential food price hikes post-Hurricane Beryl. Investigations into local crop impact, particularly bananas and plantains, suggest minimal price changes anticipated.
Minister of Agriculture Indar Weir has reassured the public that significant price increase is unlikely as some consumers raised concerns about a price hike in some food crops following the passage of Hurricane Beryl.
He made the statement in light of investigations into the impact of the weather on local crops, particularly bananas and plantains.
“To be very honest with you, I do not see a significant difference in terms of price,” Weir told the DAILY NATION yesterday. (CLM)
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