Onion farmers in several major producing districts have been grappling with low prices and mounting losses for months. But wholesale prices have risen by as much as twofold in some areas over the past two weeks, bringing much-needed relief to growers.
Spoilage, rainfall and dwindling stocks push wholesale prices sharply higher
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Ahmed Humayun Kabir Topu
Suzit Kumar Das
Onion trading is in full swing at Pushpopara Haat in Pabna as rising prices bring relief to farmers and traders. PHOTO: AHMED HUMAYUN KABIR TOPU & SUZIT KUMAR DAS
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