Vegetable and Fruit Prices Decline in Pune Market Yard Amid Increased Arrivals
Market Yard, 22nd December 2024: The wholesale prices of vegetables such as onions, peas, shevga (drumsticks), and potatoes have witnessed a significant drop due to an increased supply at Pune’s Shri Chhatrapati Shivaji Market Yard. Traders reported that while these items saw reduced rates, the prices of other vegetables and fruits remained stable, with certain fruits experiencing a price hike.
On Sunday, the wholesale market received 90 trucks loaded with fruits and vegetables from across Maharashtra and neighboring states. Vilas Bhujbal, a senior commissioning agent at the Market Yard, stated, “We recorded arrivals of 10 tempos of green chilies from Karnataka, Gujarat, and Andhra Pradesh; 5 tempos of cabbage each from Karnataka and Gujarat; 3 tempos of ghevda and pavta each from Karnataka; and 20 trucks of peas from Madhya Pradesh. Additionally, 10 tempos of carrots arrived from Rajasthan, while 5 tempos of shevga were received from Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.”
Other major arrivals included 100 trucks of onions, 40 tempos of potatoes from Indore and Agra, 600 sacks of satari ginger, 7 tempos of okra, 10,000 boxes of tomatoes, and 10 tempos of red pumpkin. The arrivals also featured dhobal chilies, cucumber, and cauliflower, further boosting vegetable supplies in the market.
Decline in Leafy Vegetable Prices
The wholesale prices of all types of leafy vegetables dropped significantly, driving up demand. The market received an abundant supply, including 1.5 lakh bundles of coriander and 70,000 bundles of fenugreek. Wholesale rates for leafy vegetables per 100 bundles were as follows:
- Coriander: ₹400–₹800
- Fenugreek: ₹500–₹800
- Shepu: ₹500–₹700
- Spinach: ₹800–₹1,500
- Mint: ₹300–₹800
Traders also reported stable demand for other leafy vegetables such as amaranth, safflower leaves, flax leaves, and roots, with their prices ranging between ₹300 and ₹1,500 per 100 bundles.
Rise in Fruit Prices
Meanwhile, the fruit market reported a price increase in lemons, pomegranates, melons, papayas, and custard apples, although oranges, mangoes, pineapples, and chickpeas maintained stable prices.
On Sunday, the fruit market received:
- 70–80 tons of oranges
- 20–25 tons of pomegranates
- 30–40 tempos of papayas
- 1,000 sacks of lemons
- 6 trucks of pineapples
- 700 sacks of mangoes
“The increased arrivals of fruits and vegetables have stabilized certain prices, but items like lemons and pomegranates have seen a slight uptick in rates due to higher demand,” added Bhujbal.
The influx of produce has brought temporary relief to consumers while maintaining a steady supply chain, ensuring adequate availability for the festive season.
