Although inflation fell to 9% in September from 10.5 percent in August In Spain, rising expenses have harmed sheep and cattle farmers. Rising energy costs are thought to be the reason for increasing food prices in the supply chain.
“It’s getting more expensive because the raw materials to feed the animals are more expensive than ever. The weather hasn’t helped either. We are going to get to a point where it isn’t sustainable. I don’t know what measures we can take. But if we don’t do anything, we won’t be able to keep the farm running.” said Jose, a shepherd.
The country has also been hit by one of the worst droughts on record, which resulted in higher prices for animal feed.