Chennai fruit prices surge as West Asia tensions disrupt imports
Prices of oranges and apples have surged in Chennai markets due to supply disruptions stemming from West Asian tensions, impacting Iranian and Egyptian imports. Traders report reduced arrivals and shipping delays, pushing wholesale prices significantly higher than last year. While current stocks offer a temporary buffer, uncertainty over future consignments is keeping prices elevated.
Prices of oranges and apples have surged in Chennai markets due to supply disruptions stemming from West Asian tensions, impacting Iranian and Egyptian imports. Traders report reduced arrivals and shipping delays, pushing wholesale prices significantly higher than last year. While current stocks offer a temporary buffer, uncertainty over future consignments is keeping prices elevated.
