Potatoes have become the talk of the town in Cyprus, but not for the usual reasons. The price of this staple food has seen a dramatic rise, and it’s causing some serious stir – especially in the occupied areas, where people are lining up at “agricultural institute” outlets to grab cheaper potatoes imported from Turkey.
According to the latest Consumer Price Index data from the Cyprus Consumer Association, potatoes saw the sharpest price jump in November. Compared to October, the price of potatoes rose by an eye-watering 30.61%. And it’s not just a short-term spike – compared to November 2023, prices have shot up by 57.21%. This price increase has left many people scrambling to find affordable options, leading to queues at the limited outlets offering discounted potatoes.
In the occupied areas, the price of locally available potatoes had surged to 100 Turkish lira (around €2.73) per kilo, prompting some restaurants to remove potatoes from their menus entirely. To combat the growing issue, the “authorities” in the occupied areas announced that potatoes would be imported from Turkey. The first shipment arrived recently, and people are flocking to outlets where potatoes are selling for a much more affordable 26 TL per kilo.
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