Green chilli, egg prices shoot up further

The prices of green chilli and eggs shot up further on Monday, reaching previous records.

The green chilli market has become volatile as retail prices reach Tk 600-700 a kg depending on city areas.

Wholesale price hits Tk 500-525 a kg at Karwan Bazar, Beribadh, Shyambazar, sources said.

Traders attributed the hike to recent rain and flood that has damaged almost 80 per cent of summer crops.

And a low import also has made the condition worse, said Md Farid, an employee of Bismillah Store, at West Dhanmondi, said.

Egg price, which showed a slight decline last week, again increased to Tk 185-190 a dozen, touching the 2022 record.

Egg witnessed a Tk 10-15 a dozen hike just in a day, according to groceries.

Market observers urged for strict market monitoring to bring check and balance to the market.

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