Updated : February 13, 2021 02:05 PM IST
Another report suggested that prices of roses in the domestic market may see a 10-15 percent rise this Valentine s day. share
Just as every other market and industry, India s floriculture exports, too, have been dealt a major blow by the novel coronavirus. And now with a massive fall in exports and double freight charges, flowers in the domestic market are also going to cost a bit more than usual.
Supplies to Europe and the United Kingdom, the major markets for the Indian roses during Valentine s week, remain defunct due to the contagion and flower producers are compelled to heavily rely on domestic consumers.