Vegetable prices have risen sharply due to supply shortages.

BAC NINH - Last week, due to scarce supply, the prices of many types of green vegetables increased sharply compared to the end of August at traditional markets and supermarkets in Bac Ninh province, causing difficulties for consumers and small traders.

Specifically, water spinach, jute mallow, red amaranth, and sweet cabbage are commonly sold at prices ranging from 15,000 to 20,000 VND per bunch, an increase of 5,000 to 7,000 VND per bunch; cucumbers and zucchini are priced from 25,000 to 28,000 VND per kilogram, an increase of 10,000 to 13,000 VND per kilogram; Tomatoes are priced at 35,000 - 40,000 VND/kg, an increase of 15,000 - 20,000 VND/kg... Aromatic herbs such as onions, coriander, dill, basil, perilla, and fennel are priced at 40,000 - 50,000 VND/kg, more than double the price at the end of August. In addition, root vegetables such as taro, potatoes, carrots, and white radishes have also increased by about 10,000 VND/kg.

People are choosing to buy green vegetables at Nam Son Market (Nam Son Ward).

According to some small traders, the main reason for the sharp increase in vegetable prices is the impact of prolonged heavy rains, which flooded vegetable-growing areas in the province and other localities in the North, damaging vegetables and significantly reducing supply. In addition, there are difficulties in harvesting and transportation; at supermarkets, leafy vegetables have to be transported from Moc Chau, Sa Pa, and Da Lat to meet supply. Furthermore, the increased demand during the National Day holiday on September 2nd and the Mid-Autumn Festival also contributed to the rise in green vegetable prices…

Rising vegetable prices have forced many households to change their menus. Instead of buying fresh vegetables every day, many people are choosing long-lasting vegetables like squash, chayote, and carrots, or even growing their own vegetables to be somewhat self-sufficient. Ms. Le Thi Huong (Nam Son ward), who was choosing vegetables, said: "The sharp increase in vegetable prices has significantly raised living expenses. There are some vegetables that we used to eat regularly, but now we have to think carefully before buying them."

According to the provincial Department of Agriculture , the current high prices of vegetables and tubers due to supply shortages are only temporary. Therefore, farmers are advised to be cautious in production and avoid expanding planting areas indiscriminately, as this could easily lead to a "bumper harvest, low prices" situation when supply becomes abundant again. Simultaneously, they should research the market, select suitable crop varieties for cultivation, and strengthen production linkages to ensure product outlets.

Text and photos: Thanh Ngan

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