Plantain producers say that by February prices will drop to RD$2 and RD$3 the unit as a large crop planted after Hurricane Georges begins to be harvested. Following Hurricane Georges, plantain prices soared to RD$5-RD$8 the unit, reflecting the scarcity. The hurricane destroyed ample areas that were planted with plantains, a most popular Dominican breakfast and dinner staple. Due to the high prices, Dominicans have replaced eating plantains with eating bread.
