Banana prices hit record high
▸ Part of: Banana farmers in Sunsari achieve record high prices due to improved market conditions and border controls
Banana farmers in Sunsari district are experiencing record-high prices this year, offering significant financial relief after years of low returns. Traders are now visiting orchards directly, paying between Rs. 5 to Rs. 7 per banana, a substantial increase from previous years where prices dropped as low as Rs. 1-2. Improved crop health, reduced disease, and stricter border controls limiting Indian banana imports have contributed to better earnings for local farmers.
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