In an opinion article published on jornalacores9.pt, Patrícia Miranda analyses the difficult situation faced by Azorean farmers during the month of August. The text states that, according to popular wisdom, August is traditionally considered the month of sorrow, and that this year Azorean farmers needed no additional confirmation to feel the validity of that saying.
The article indicates that the month of August brought bad news for the regional agricultural sector from the beginning. The price of milk began to drop, which directly affected dairy producers, who represent a significant part of agricultural activity in the Azores.
In addition to the drop in milk prices, meat also entered a downward trajectory, further worsening the financial situation of Azorean farmers. This conjuncture of falling prices represents a blow to the profitability of agricultural holdings in the region.
The text ends with the information that, starting September 1st, agricultural diesel will suffer a price increase. This increase in production costs adds to the decline in farmers' incomes, creating a particularly challenging situation for the Azorean primary sector.
