Agro National Corporation (AgroNat) has revealed that 15 tonnes of watermelon have been released to the market during the first five days of Ramadan.
AgroNat stated it is well prepared for Ramadan and that it is also trying to maintain the prices of vegetables and fruits as the demand increases during the holy month. The state-owned company said it has given priority to producing watermelon which is the most in-demand during Ramadan.
AgroNat expects to release 150 tonnes of watermelon to the market before the end of Ramadan. AgroNat also stated it will wholesale watermelon to traders. The company is currently selling watermelons at USD1,16 per kilogram. In addition, cucumbers, melons, bananas, pumpkin, and papaya will also be released to the market for Ramadan.
AgroNat also produced and released fruits and vegetables to the market last year. It has kept the prices of food items under control during Ramadan. The agricultural company aims to keep the prices of its products stable this year as well. Over 800 farmers are currently working with AgroNat.