The monsoon season has once again pushed vegetable prices upwards, as heavy rains continue to disrupt supply in wholesale markets. Green chillies are retailing between ?100 to ?120 per kg, while tomatoes have touched ?80 per kg in local markets.
According to traders, fluctuations in supply due to rainfall lead to frequent price hikes, and the instability persists as long as the rains continue. Normally, green chillies are priced at ?50 to ?60 per kg, and tomatoes at ?30 to ?40 per kg, but both have seen sharp rises in recent days.
Wholesalers suggest that the shortage is particularly affecting leafy and perishable vegetables, and prices may only stabilize after the monsoon ends.
Kattal Selling at ?200 per kg
A rare vegetable harvested during the monsoon, Kattal (jackfruit-like vegetable) has hit the market and is currently selling at ?200 per kg in retail. Its wholesale price ranges from ?120 to ?150 per kg. Known for its rich nutritional value, kattal is in high demand despite the steep price.
Current Vegetable Prices (Per kg)
Vegetable Wholesale (?) Retail (?)
Tomato 40-80
Cauliflower 10 40
Cabbage 6 20
Green Chilli 60 100-120
Coriander 25 50-70
Capsicum 40 80-100
Brinjal 20 40
Fenugreek (Methi) 25 100
Radish 10 40
Carrot 25-30 60
Bitter Gourd 15-25 50-60
Ladyfinger 20-25 60
Spinach 20 80
Chawla Beans 40 80
Cluster Beans 40-60 100
Ivy Gourd (Tindora) 25 60-80
Kattal 15-20 200
Pumpkin 10 40
Bottle Gourd 12-15 40-50
Cucumber 12-15 40-50
Pointed Gourd 25-30 60-80
Ridge Gourd 25-30 80
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