Rice Prices Surge Despite Peak Aman Season
- Update Time : 10:21:37 am, Saturday, 4 January 2025
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Despite the peak season for Aman rice and increased supply, including imports from India, rice prices have risen due to manipulation by millers. In just two weeks, the price of fine rice has increased by 10 Taka per kg, reaching 85-86 Taka, while coarse rice prices have also risen by 5-7 Taka, reaching up to 60 Taka per kg. Consumers are facing difficulties buying rice even in the peak season. Meat prices are also becoming unaffordable, with broiler chicken selling for 220 Taka per kg. Fish prices remain high despite adequate supply, with Pangas costing 200-220 Taka per kg. However, the supply of vegetables has increased, leading to lower prices. Retailers in the capital report that the price of Miniket rice has risen to 82-85 Taka per kg, up from 75 Taka two weeks ago, and coarse rice, such as Swarna, has risen from 50-55 Taka to 55-60 Taka. Poultry and meat prices continue to climb, with broiler chicken priced at 200-220 Taka, and local chickens ranging from 650 to 700 Taka per kg. Fish prices vary, with local varieties like Koi, Magur, and Rui being sold at higher prices. Consumers are expressing frustration over the price fluctuations, as many items remain outside their budget. Meanwhile, despite official monitoring, consumer rights groups argue that insufficient oversight allows price manipulation to continue. However, there has been some relief in the vegetable market with a steady supply of winter vegetables, causing prices to drop slightly, offering consumers a bit of relief.
