Butter Prices Soar in Santa Cruz, Bolivia, Impacting Families

Rising Butter Prices Hit Bolivian Families in Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, Bolivia – The cost of living continues to climb in Santa Cruz, with the price of butter soaring to Bs 30 per unit, impacting household budgets. This increase comes as egg prices remain stubbornly high, ranging from Bs 29 to Bs 32. A local vendor, interviewed by Red Uno, attributed the butter price hike to the increased cost of imports from Brazil. "The price of imported butter has gone up a lot," she stated, noting that wholesale prices have significantly increased. She also revealed that many customers are turning to vegetable margarine as a more affordable alternative. This situation underscores the ongoing economic challenges faced by many Bolivian families, who are struggling to afford basic necessities. The report highlights the need for government intervention and price stabilization measures to alleviate the burden on consumers.