Drought in Tungurahua Doubles Grass Costs, Squeezing Dairy Farmers

A lack of rain in Ecuador's Tungurahua province has driven grass prices up ~100%, while livestock sale prices remain low, causing losses for farmers. The development signals localized agricultural stress from drought, with implications for regional food supply and rural incomes.

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