Chilli prices drop as carrots and limes climb 40%

3 weeks ago

Prices of Maldivian chillies and eggplants have fallen in the market, while carrots and limes have risen sharply.   Carrots and limes, previously sold at MVR 25 per kilo, are now priced at MVR 35, a 40 percent increase. In contrast, chillies have dropped from MVR 330 to MVR 220 per kilo. Eggplants have also eased slightly, from MVR 65 to MVR