The farmers associations feel that nothing much has been done by the Spices Board of India for chilli farmers as it focuses much on other spices. As a result, chilli farmers, when selling the produce, are at the mercy of traders, who are accused of exploiting the farmers in terms of offering a profitable price
This will be replicated in two cities of Punjab in the coming days, she said and added that the cooperative is also trying to wholesale onion through NCDFI and Bhim portals.
In anticipation of significant price increases, the Centre imposed a 40% duty on onion exports until December 31, effective immediately, to enhance the vegetable's domestic availability.
Cooperatives NCCF and NAFED will start selling tomatoes at a reduced rate of Rs 40 per kilogram from August 20 amid declining price of the kitchen staple in wholesale and retail markets.
