Tomatoes, which are a staple food in kitchens worldwide, have recently seen a significant increase in prices in some markets of India such as Azamgarh, Bahraich, Kanpur, and Farrukhabad within a short period of time. The reasons behind these fluctuations, available varieties, and their impact on consumers and farmers.
Azamgarh, from February 16, 2024, to February 22, 2024, the prices of hybrid tomatoes surged from 1260 to 1700 rupees. There has been an increase of 440 rupees in the price. This rapid increase in price indicates market demand and supply.
Market rate today: In Azamgarh, the arrival rate of 40 tons of hybrid tomatoes has been recorded, with prices ranging from 1625 to 1775 rupees per quintal, with a modal price of 1700 rupees.
Similarly, during the same period in Bahraich, the prices of hybrid tomatoes soared from 1480 to 2000 rupees. There has been an increase of 520 rupees in the price. This increase in price poses challenges for literary routines and retail sellers in terms of their budgets and pricing.
Market rate today: In Bahraich, the arrival rate of 110 tons of desi tomatoes has been recorded, with prices ranging from 1700 to 1900 rupees per quintal, with a modal price of 1800 rupees.
For Kanpur, known for its grain market, the prices of desi tomatoes ranged from 1300 to 1800 rupees per quintal. There has been an increase of 500 rupees in the price. Despite being a local variety, the fluctuations in the prices of desi tomatoes particularly indicate market dynamics.
Market rate today: In Bahraich, 11 tons of hybrid tomatoes are available, with prices ranging from 1900 to 2100 rupees per quintal, with a modal price of 2000 rupees.
Tomatoes Market Rates in Farrukhabad: Farrukhabad, another significant market, there has been a rapid rise in the prices of hybrid tomatoes, ranging from 1350 to 1700 rupees. There has been an increase of 350 rupees in the price.
Market rate today: In Farrukhabad, with 7 tons of hybrid tomatoes, prices ranging from 1600 to 1800 rupees per quintal were observed, with a modal price of 1700 rupees.
Conclusion: There has been a recent surge in Tomato Prices Today, in the markets of Azamgarh, Bahraich, Kanpur, and Farrukhabad, benefiting farmers significantly. However, the increasing prices pose considerable difficulties for the general public.
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