An onion shortage in the Maldives, triggered after rough weather disrupted weekly imports and left cargo vessels stranded at Malé Port and in India, has pushed the State Trading Organization to intervene. STO has arranged a shipment expected to arrive by next week mid to be sold at affordable prices, while pre-shortage market prices stood at MVR 350–400 per sack and MVR 18–25 per kilogram.
Tracked MVR 350–400 Food prices
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The delay from local importers has once again left the market exposed. STO is now taking action to restore supply and protect consumers from unnecessary hardship. The shipment we’re bringing in will be released into the market at affordabl…
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Before onions ran out, market prices remained within the normal range — MVR 350–400 per sack and MVR 18–25 per kilogram
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Before onions ran out, market prices remained within the normal range — MVR 350–400 per sack and MVR 18–25 per kilogram
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The current shortage was triggered after rough weather conditions disrupted the usual weekly imports, leaving several cargo vessels stranded at Malé Port and in India, preventing the timely unloading of goods.
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STO has arranged a shipment of onions expected to arrive by next week mid, with plans to sell at affordable prices to ease the burden on consumers.
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