The supply of early winter vegetables has started increasing across the country, bringing a downward trend in prices. Cauliflower, cabbage, beans, radish, and other seasonal vegetables have begun arriving in markets, including the capital Dhaka, leading to a noticeable price drop compared to previous weeks.
Sellers said winter has already begun setting in across various regions of the country. However, a full-fledged winter spell may take another 15 to 20 days to arrive in Dhaka and other areas. The approaching season has already accelerated both demand and supply of vegetables in the markets.
Relief in vegetable prices
Market stakeholders said prices of beans, cauliflower, cabbage, and radish have started declining over the past week. The arrival of early varieties has brought some relief to consumers. Traders expressed optimism that prices may fall further in the coming days if the supply remains steady.Coarse rice prices move upward
While vegetable prices are dropping, coarse rice has become more expensive. Over the past week, the price of coarse rice has increased by Tk 3 per kg, now retailing between Tk 50 and Tk 58. This has added extra pressure on low-income consumers.Poultry and egg prices also fall
In a positive development, prices of broiler chickens and eggs have also declined over the past two weeks. The market is currently showing a mixed picture at the onset of winter—while vegetables and protein items are becoming cheaper, coarse rice prices are on the rise.Market analysts believe that once the full winter vegetable season begins, supply will increase further, helping prices remain stable. However, consumers have called for stronger administrative monitoring to keep the rice market under control.
