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Onion Prices Surge in Mon State Amid Supply Depletion

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 5
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Retail onion prices in Mon State have surged to 10,000 kyats per viss, equivalent to $4.76/kg, as domestic stocks deplete. This price increase is attributed to fewer arrivals at wholesale centers and declining domestic supplies. Monywa and Pakokku are identified as primary onion production hubs in the region.

From bnionline.net

Why it matters

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The steep price increase is straining household budgets, given that onions are a staple ingredient in Myanmar cuisine. Since new monsoon crop supplies are not expected until late October or early November, prices for remaining summer stocks are likely to stay elevated.

From bnionline.net

Who's involved

  • MonywaPrimary onion-producing hub in the central dry zone
  • Mon StateRegion experiencing a sharp surge in retail onion prices
  • PakokkuKey onion production center in the region

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Mon StateSpeculative

    Consumers might face increased food costs due to the staple food price surge in the region.

  • MyanmarSpeculative

    National consumer budgets could be strained by regional food inflation.

  • PakokkuSpeculative

    Agricultural output might decrease due to market deficits.

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