Vegetable and Fish Prices Rise Despite Stable Supply

Staff Reporter

Despite steady market supply across Dhaka and other parts of Bangladesh, consumers continue to face high prices, with a noticeable increase in the cost of vegetables, rice, onions, and eggs.

During a survey of Dhaka’s markets on Friday morning, summer vegetables were found in good supply but at steep prices. Eggplants, spine gourds, and snake gourds were priced at BDT 100 per kilogram, while cucumbers, papayas, and yardlong beans were sold at BDT 60 per kilogram. Green chili prices have risen from BDT 60 to 80 per kilogram within a week, and drumsticks now cost BDT 120 to 140 per kilogram.

Consumers reported that no vegetables were available below BDT 60 per kilogram. While vendors cited transportation costs and seasonal demand, many blamed a lack of market oversight for the price surge.

Onion prices have also spiked, with local varieties selling at BDT 60–65 per kilogram and imported ones at BDT 50.

The rice market remains volatile, with fine rice priced at BDT 90–100 per kilogram and coarse rice above BDT 60 per kilogram, despite adequate supply.

Egg prices have risen as well, with farm eggs increasing from BDT 125 to 130 per dozen.

There is some relief in the poultry market, where broiler chicken is selling at BDT 170–180 per kilogram and Sonali chicken at BDT 270–280 per kilogram. The price of beef has slightly decreased to BDT 750–760 per kilogram.