Amman, May 19 (Petra) – The agricultural producer price index (APPI) for the first quarter of 2025 rose by 4.6 percent, reaching 108.7 points compared to 103.9 points during the same period in 2024, according to a report issued Monday by the Department of Statistics.

The cumulative increase was driven by higher producer prices for several crops, including green sweet peppers, cauliflower, and hot peppers, which collectively represented 35.1 percent of the index’s relative importance. In contrast, the prices of eggplant, potatoes, and tomatoes accounting for 64.9 percent declined during the same period.

In March 2025, the APPI reached 129.6 points, up by 3.5 percent compared to 125.2 points in March 2024. The increase was attributed to rising prices for crops such as green almonds, green garlic, and squash, which accounted for 69 percent of the monthly variation. Meanwhile, prices for crops including dry onions, green corn, and lemons declined, representing 31 percent of the index.

On a monthly basis, the APPI rose by 19.7 percent in March compared to February, climbing from 108.3 to 129.6 points. This increase was largely driven by price rises in squash, green sweet peppers, and zucchini. However, prices for other crops such as green peas, grape leaves, and thyme declined, reflecting a 36.4 percent share of the monthly change.

//Petra// AO
19/05/2025 13:24:22