September 17, 2026

Hilsa still costly despite the season's peak

Despite the peak season, fishermen are not catching the expected quantity of hilsa. High prices in Dhaka's markets have put the fish beyond the reach of ordinary people, with many buyers turning away as soon as they hear the cost. Sellers say high wholesale prices and supply costs are keeping retail prices from falling.

bdnews24.com

Published : 26 Jul 2026, 12:19 AM

Updated : 08 Sep 2026, 11:18 AM