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Onion imports cool soaring prices

After the government greenlights imports, prices fall by Tk 20 per kg in wholesale markets

60 tonnes of onions arrive at Sonamasjid port

The government has approved the import of 900 tonnes of onions, an official says

Onion market turns volatile

The onion market has suddenly become volatile, with prices rising at Dhaka’s largest wholesale market in Farashganj due to what traders say is a reduced supply. They say the seasonal stock of onions is nearly exhausted and prices will fall once the new harvest reaches the market.

Ginger, onion prices surge, vegetables costlier

Vendors say stockpiled spices are taking over fresh harvests, jacking up the prices

Who’s cashing in on onion farmers’ hard work?

An expert says reassessing supply and demand data will help reduce price fluctuations

Onion price soars to Tk 60 in a week, vegetables still costly

Sellers are pushing the new cooking oil price before fresh stock arrives

New onion harvest begins to hit the market

Eat it and weep