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TL;DR
- Cheese prices in Nicaragua have increased significantly.
- This rise in price has led to a visible decrease in consumption.
- Wholesale buyers are absent from major markets.
- Vendors are experiencing a slowdown in sales, even during a high-demand season.
- The price per pound has reached between 110 and 115 córdobas, with some willing to sell wholesale at 100 córdobas.
- Reducing prices further is not viable for many sellers due to costs and product loss (merma).
- Official data shows an increase in the price of dry cheese between November and December 2025.
- The rising cost of cheese, along with higher egg prices, is impacting household budgets.
- Consumers are concerned about further price increases during Lent and Holy Week.
- There are calls for consumers to stop buying cheese to pressure prices down.
- Market stalls remain stocked, but demand is weak, with potential impacts on sellers and producers if prices do not stabilize.