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Bolivian farmers in Santa Cruz demand fuel and export reforms after years of shortages under socialist rule, as a runoff election looms.
In Santa Cruz, Bolivia’s agricultural hub, farmers hope a political shift after two decades of socialist rule will end chronic fuel shortages disrupting dairy and cattle operations.
With long gas station lines and reliance on costly black-market fuel, producers are pushing for reforms including targeted fuel subsidies and removal of export quotas to boost soybean and beef exports.
A presidential runoff between rightwing candidates Jorge “Tuto” Quiroga and Rodrigo Paz offers potential for economic change, though environmental groups warn expanded farming could worsen deforestation, especially after over nine million hectares were burned last year.
Los agricultores bolivianos en Santa Cruz exigen reformas de combustible y exportación después de años de escasez bajo el gobierno socialista, mientras se avecina una segunda vuelta de las elecciones.