Banana Price In India: At present, the price of fruits has remained stable in the country. Compared to the last few years, apples are being sold cheaper in the country. But this time the price of bananas can be heavy on the pocket of the common man. Experts say that in the coming days, there can be a hit of inflation on bananas in the market. However, the banana traders will get the benefit of this. But this will be a direct hit on the common man’s pocket.
Banana can be 500 to 4000 rupees per quintal
Generally, the increase in the prices of bananas in the country is rarely seen. According to media reports, last year banana was Rs 400 to 500 per quintal, but now the price has reached Rs 1500 to 3000 per quintal. Experts associated with the banana market say that if the situation remains the same, then in the coming days, bananas can be sold in the market for up to Rs 4000 per quintal.
Prices increased in the mandis of Maharashtra
Maharashtra is a big state in banana production in the country. Banana prices have increased rapidly here. Bhusaval is the famous belt of banana business. It is in Jalgaon district. Adjacent to this, the Burhanpur area of Madhya Pradesh is also famous for banana cultivation. Experts say that the land, environment and other conditions in these areas are favorable for banana production. For this reason farmers cultivate more area.
Why are the prices of bananas increasing?
Why is banana, which is usually calm in terms of price, so expensive this time? Experts associated with the banana market say that this year the production of bananas in Maharashtra has decreased. The banana crop has suffered a lot due to unseasonal rains. On the other hand, due to cucumber mosaic virus and Karpa disease in banana, a lot of damage has also been done. Due to this, the arrival of bananas in the mandis has decreased rapidly. This is the reason why the prices of bananas have increased.
Not farmers, traders benefit
Traders are happy with the banana crop. But the farmers are not looking that happy. Farmers say that there is no damage to the crop and when the price increases, then the farmers would have got the benefit of the increased banana prices. The profit that farmers will get. Disease and unseasonal rains have already destroyed it. Almost the cost will be recovered in banana cultivation. The real benefit of this will be to the big banana traders. He will be able to sell it at good prices.
Disclaimer: Some of the information given in the news is based on media reports. Farmer brothers, before implementing any suggestion, do consult the concerned expert.
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