Core Insights - Bosnian dairy farmers are warning of a potential crisis due to the widening gap between milk production costs and purchase prices, exacerbated by unfair competition and excessive imports of dairy products [1][2] - If the current industry situation does not stabilize, milk prices may rise again, potentially reaching 3 marks per liter [1][2] Group 1: Industry Challenges - The Tuzla region, known for its high milk production, currently produces 3 million liters of milk, but farmers are facing rising production costs due to poor corn harvests and reliance on expensive imported feed [1] - The dairy industry is threatened by a significant trade deficit of 120 million marks, with imports valued at approximately 267 million marks and exports at only 145 million marks [2] - The local dairy products are being squeezed out of the market by cheaper imported products, making it difficult for domestic producers to maintain stable prices [2] Group 2: Price Trends - The average retail price of milk is currently around 2.40 marks per liter, but if the trend of rising costs continues, prices could increase to 3 marks per liter [2] - The dairy industry association is attempting to stabilize prices, but their capacity to do so is limited under the current circumstances [2]