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Time of India
02-08-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Tomatoes get expensive as rains hit supply, quality
Pune/Nashik: Tomato prices in the city soared to Rs 60 to Rs 70 per kg in retail markets and hit Rs 90 to Rs 100 a kg on quick commerce platforms. Rainfall and supply disruptions have led to limited supply in the market, pushing up prices. A Pune Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC) official said, "Owing to the rainfall, the supply of tomatoes has reduced in the market. The quality is also compromised usually in the monsoon. Wholesale rates are trending at around Rs 40 per kg," said Sharad Gongade, secretary of the Narayangaon market, a major hub for tomatoes in the state, said, "Prices have increased to Rs 700 to Rs 800 per 20kg crate now owing to lesser supply in the market. Prices should come down in a few weeks in August." You Can Also Check: Pune AQI | Weather in Pune | Bank Holidays in Pune | Public Holidays in Pune The average wholesale tomato price was recorded at Rs 911 a crate or Rs 45.55 per kg at Pimpalgaon and Nashik APMCs in Nashik district on Friday. The average wholesale tomato price increased by 153% in the last 14 days, from Rs 18 per kg on July 18 to Rs 45.55 per kg on Friday at Pimpalgaon and Nashik APMCs. In retail markets of Nashik, the tomato price increased from Rs 25 per kg on July 18 to Rs 70 per kg to date. Rajendra Khare, an official from Nashik APMC overseeing the tomato section, said rain damaged tomato crops, causing a drop in the arrivals of the produce. The arrivals of the tomatoes have dropped by around 40% in the last fortnight, from 10,500 crates per day around a fortnight back to around 7,000 crates per day so far. "The price of tomatoes depends on the quality of the vegetable. People have no choice but to buy it. In wholesale markets, the price for small tomatoes is Rs 30 to Rs 35 per kg, and in retail, we are selling at Rs 50 to Rs 60 per kg," said Rajesh Borude, a vendor at Somwar Peth. Rohit Suryanwanshi, a vendor at the Hadaspar vegetable market, said that prices in the retail market are between Rs 45 to Rs 60 depending on the quality. "Supply is less in the market, and that is the reason prices are higher. Best quality tomatoes are selling at around Rs 60 a kg," he said. Traders said the upward trend of prices is likely to continue till mid-August or more until the new produce reaches markets. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !
Hindustan Times
22-07-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Due to low supply from south, coconut prices soar ahead of Ganesh festival
PUNE: With a drop in coconut production in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu in the last three years, the prices of regular coconut, dry coconut, and tender coconut have surged across the region, including Pune. Traders expect prices to rise further as demand increases ahead of the festive season. Due to low supply from south, coconut prices soar ahead of Ganesh festival High-quality tender coconuts, which were available at ₹40 each until recently, are now being sold for ₹60 to ₹80, depending on quality, size and location. Dry coconuts, which are in high demand for religious and culinary use, are selling at ₹300 to ₹320 per kg in wholesale markets, and around ₹400 per kg in retail, traders said. The prices of regular coconuts used for pooja and cooking have risen by 30 to 40%. 'In Pune, the average daily demand for dry coconut is around 20-30 tonnes, but arrivals are only 15-20 tonnes. With supply failing to match demand, prices have naturally increased. With Ganeshotsav, Navratri, Raksha Bandhan and Diwali coming up, demand will rise further,' said Ashok Lodha, a wholesale trader at the Pune Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC). Shiva Yadav, a retail tender coconut vendor, said, 'This year, the prices range between ₹50 and ₹80 depending on quality. Many customers are unable to afford it now, especially if it means paying more than ₹50 for a glass of coconut water. Still, people who are buying for patients or those recovering from illness continue to purchase it out of necessity.' Retail grocery store owner Santosh Agrawal said that lower middle class and economically weaker customers are cutting back on their consumption, especially dry coconut. 'Coconut is a daily part of our cooking. But with prices so high, we've started using it in smaller quantities,' said Sonali Karmarkar, a homemaker from Konkan. However, no relief is in sight as both demand and price are expected to rise further in the coming weeks.
