Onion shortage sees prices rise to MVR 1,000 per sack

1 week ago

A shortage of onions in the markets has resulted in unreal prices for these usually easily available vegetables in the Maldives. Currently, a sack of onions sells for around MVR 1,000 in the local markets and is being sold on a controlled rate due to shortages faced by wholesalers who supply the market. A kilo currently sells for MVR 45-50 with