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India: As vegetable prices soar, fruit is cheap
Posted by Labels: Fruit, India, Prices, Vegetable
As vegetable prices rise dramatically in Indian markets, there is some good news at least - seasonal fruits are becoming more affordable. This may change later on in the year as demand increases, but currently supply is good and prices are stable.
The wholesale market at Gultekdi Market Yard is getting good quantity of grapes, pomegranates, oranges, apples and chickoos. Nath Khaire, a fruit wholesaler, says,“We are getting regular and adequate supply of grapes, pomegranates and chickoos. Hence, the prices are under control.’’
In the retail market, grapes are being sold at prices in the range of Rs30 to 60 per kg depending on the quality. The rates of figs and pomegranates are in the range of Rs70 to 120 and Rs80 to 120 per kg respectively.
Smita Joshi, a local consumer, said, “Pineapples, oranges and apples are relatively cheap. Hence, we can afford to have good quality fruits for making salads or deserts.’’
However, the supply of Indian apples, grapes and pineapples may get reduced after a few days due to the hot weather. However, by then, the market will have an adequate supply of watermelons and mangoes. Khaire says at present, 30 to 40 boxes of mangoes are reaching Pune daily but the rate is still as high as Rs2,000 to Rs5,000 per box.
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