40% rise in pistachio prices, 40% drop in other dried fruit prices in Balkh province before Eid-ul-Fitr.
In Balkh province, pistachio prices have increased by 40% this year, while other dried fruit prices have dropped ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations. Afghans are purchasing Eid-needed food items and goods, and local markets are crowded with shoppers. Grocery sellers in Mazar-i-Sharif report a flourishing business ahead of the holiday, with dried fruit prices down and pistachio prices significantly up.
April 06, 2024
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