🗓️ This Week’s Price Trends in Staple Foods
| Commodity | Price Trend | Avg. Price (₹/kg) | Last Week (₹/kg) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheat | 🔼 Up (₹2/kg) | ₹26 | ₹24 | Arrival slowdown, higher demand |
| Rice | 🔽 Down (₹1/kg) | ₹34 | ₹35 | New arrivals, steady supply |
| Pulses | 🔼 Up (₹3–5/kg) | ₹95 (Toor Dal) | ₹91 | Import delays, high demand |
| Onion | 🔽 Down (₹4/kg) | ₹18 | ₹22 | Fresh crop arrivals |
| Potato | 🔽 Down (₹2/kg) | ₹14 | ₹16 | Good stock in cold storage |
| Tomato | 🔼 Up (₹6/kg) | ₹32 | ₹26 | Supply disruption in Himachal |
| Cooking Oil | 🔼 Up (₹3/ltr) | ₹122 | ₹119 | Global price impact |
💡 Tips for Consumers
🧺 Stock Up On:
- Onions and Potatoes: Prices are low and stable—buy in bulk for home storage.
- Rice: Good quality rice is cheaper this week—ideal for long-term storage.
⚠️ Buy Smart:
- Tomatoes & Pulses: Prices are rising—buy smaller quantities or switch to alternatives like canned or frozen.
- Wheat: Prices are trending up. Consider purchasing flour in advance if you prefer branded atta.
🌱 Seasonal Tip:
Check your local mandi for fresh summer veggies (cucumbers, gourds, leafy greens) which are in good supply and priced affordably.
📍 Mandi Highlights
- Azadpur (Delhi): Heavy arrivals of potatoes, good onion quality.
- Lucknow: Toor dal scarce, expect further increase.
- Chandigarh: Tomato prices volatile due to bad weather in supply regions.
📢 Stay Informed: Check weekly price updates and compare online/local store rates for best deals.
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