El Salvador’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAG) has unveiled a new initiative aimed at reducing production costs for farmers by bringing low-cost agricultural supplies directly to communities nationwide. The program will roll out through mobile AGROCENTA units, which are set to begin operations on March 27, offering essential inputs at significantly reduced prices.
According to Vice Minister of Agriculture Óscar Domínguez, the mobile units will allow producers to access fertilizers and other supplies without relying on intermediaries, helping to stabilize costs in the agricultural sector. Products such as ammonium sulfate and various fertilizer blends will be available at prices designed to ease financial pressure on farmers.
“This temporary measure will benefit thousands of producers across all sectors nationwide,” Domínguez said, emphasizing that the initiative is part of a broader strategy to strengthen food production and support rural economies. He also noted recent declines in the prices of vegetables and staple grains, which he linked to improved supply conditions.
The program is already generating interest among agricultural groups. Domínguez confirmed that he recently met with more than 160 leaders from associations, cooperatives, and independent producers, many of whom have begun placing pre-orders. “All are preparing pre-orders to soon receive inputs, ensuring low costs and home delivery through organized collective purchases,” he added.
In parallel, the MAG is updating data for approximately 500,000 beneficiaries of the Agricultural Bonus (BAG), a program that provides financial support for input purchases. Authorities stated that supplies acquired through authorized vendors can be collected within 60 days of the bonus being credited, further streamlining access for farmers preparing for upcoming planting cycles.