The collapse of prices for tomatoes in Tajikistan to an incredible level

EastFruit analysts draw attention to the ongoing rapid decline in prices for tomatoes in the Tajik market. At the same time, prices for this type of vegetable have fallen to an incredibly low level - tomatoes can already be bought even at retail for 20 US cents per kg. Accordingly, farmers receive even less for these products. Interestingly, Tajikistan was still importing significant volumes of tomatoes a month ago. Then a certain sensation in the country's market was made by greenhouse tomatoes from Turkmenistan, which were of high quality. However, now we are not talking about imports, since prices to the countries are now lower than in other countries of the region. See also: In 2023, Tajikistan plans to grow about 3.5 million tons of vegetables and melons Of course, exports could save the situation, but Tajikistan generally exports very little fresh fruits and vegetables, focusing on dried fruits. Export of tomatoes from Tajikistan in recent years was completely absent. The ...