Iruya Supplies Papines Tubers to Buenos Aires Province Market
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Updated Oct 13
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What happened
Iruya supplies small potato-like tubers, known as papines, to Buenos Aires Province. These tubers are produced by the Kolla ColanzulĂ community of Finca Santiago in Iruya, northwestern Argentina. The fresh produce travels between 24 and 35 hours to reach the Mercado Central in Buenos Aires.
From elpais.com
Why it matters
The producers are expanding their market reach, expecting to increase sales from nearly 30 tons last year to 40 tons next year. This trade supports the preservation of the tubers' historical and cultural value.
From elpais.com
Who's involved
- Buenos Aires ProvinceThe province that serves as the main market destination for the tubers.
- IruyaThe municipality where the tubers are produced and supplied.
- ArgentinaThe country where the agricultural trade takes place.
- La PlataThe administrative capital city of Buenos Aires Province.
Possible ripples
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The entities involved
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Buenos Aires Province
province of Argentina
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