PHNOM PENH, Nov 1 (Bernama) -- Malaysian consumers could pay more for Indian onions ahead of the Deepavali festival as production in Maharashtra, India’s biggest producing state, falls nearly 40 per cent due to weak rainfall.
Malaysians Face Pricey Indian Onions As Fresh Supply Delays Cloud Deepavali Festival
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Malaysian consumers may face higher prices for Indian onions as Maharashtra’s production drops 30‑40% due to drought, raising demand ahead of Deepavali.
- Maharashtra’s onion output could fall 30‑40% from weak rainfall.
- Malaysia imports over half its onions from India, especially from Maharashtra.
- Deepavali on Nov 8 will increase demand for onions worldwide.
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