Potatoes are at least 50 percent costlier than a year ago owing to lower production, tight supply, and the profiteering tendency among a section of people in the supply chain, dealing a blow to the consumers already reeling under higher inflation.
Entrepreneurs are now keen on establishing cold storage not just for onions but also for various other import-dependent products, aiming to ensure year-round availability of seasonal produce.
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Potato price in Bangladesh : Consumers in Bangladesh have been paying more for potatoes since the beginning of the season after inclement weather alongside the stoppage of imports disrupted the supply of the tuber.