In Vietnam, vegetable prices increase after the storm

On the morning of September 8, markets in Hanoi, Hai Phong, and Quang Ninh reopened after Typhoon Yagi, but the number of sellers and buyers was lower than usual. Prices of food such as meat and fish did not fluctuate much, but green vegetables increased sharply. Many types of vegetables such as Malabar spinach, mustard greens, and spinach... were priced at VND15,000 per bunch. According to a trader at Nghia Tan market (Cau Giay), vegetable prices had gradually increased since a few days before the storm when people's demand for stockpiling increased. "Vegetable prices today increased by another 20-30% compared to two days ago," this person said. Ms. Thu Thanh, a resident of Kenh Duong ward, Le Chan district, Hai Phong, said that the traditional markets in this area were open, but the number of products was not much. Many types of green vegetables were also sold for VND15,000 per bunch, only amaranth was cheaper, about VND12,000-13,000. Other vegetables and fruits increased ...