Plaga tiene azotados los cultivos de hortensias en La Unión, Antioquia: 350 productores están en riesgo
La floricultura, uno de los principales motores económicos del municipio de La Unión, en el Oriente antioqueño, atraviesa una de las peores crisis rep...
TL;DR
- A pest known as 'secadera' is causing widespread damage to hydrangea crops in La Unión, Antioquia, leading to millions in losses.
- External factors like the falling dollar and increased minimum wage have significantly reduced the profitability of the floriculture sector.
- The 'secadera' pest, a root disease, deteriorates plants, leading to the death of entire crops.
- Despite various control methods implemented by the municipality and producers, the pest has not been successfully managed.
- Approximately 350 hydrangea producers in La Unión are affected, with 80% of crops showing signs of the disease.
- The falling dollar has reduced the price of premium flowers by up to 30%, impacting the sector's revenue.
- Increased labor costs due to the higher minimum wage are forcing producers to reduce staff, affecting rural employment, particularly for women.
- The municipal administration is seeking national-level solutions, including fair pricing systems and a review of import competition.
- The crisis is not only affecting hydrangea but also other flower types like 'Yumbo'.