economy
May 4, 2026
Wholesale prices rise due to tubers, meats, and dairy, pressuring food inflation in April in Colombia
Vegetables showed mixed behavior due to rains and variations in regional supply Photo: Minagricultura Courtesy
TL;DR
- Wholesale food prices in Colombia rose in April, driven by tubers, meats, and dairy.
- Reduced production in key agricultural regions impacted the prices of tubers like potatoes and yuca.
- Rainfall affected the quality and availability of key vegetables such as tomatoes and carrots, while others like green peas saw price reductions.
- Regional supply variations led to significant price drops in some agricultural products, like scallions, but increases in others, like white onions.
- Fruits showed mixed price movements, with some increasing and others decreasing due to harvest and supply changes.
- Prices for beef and chicken increased due to lower supply and regional production adjustments.
- Pork prices decreased, showing a different trend within the meat market.
- Egg and dairy prices rose due to decreased production in cattle regions.
- Grains and cereals like lentils and rice saw price reductions, attributed to increased international availability.
- Processed foods increased in price due to higher seasonal demand, particularly during Semana Santa.
- Seasonal factors, including weather and holiday demand, alongside supply-side issues, explained the price behaviors observed in April.