Fruit imports increased by 72%

Bangladesh's fruit production is insufficient to meet domestic demand, imports have increased considerably in recent years and continue to grow.

 

 

 

According to data from PQW (Plant Quarantine Wing), DAE (Department of Agricultural Extension and Bangladesh Bank), between 2014-15 and 2018-19, the country recorded a 72% increase in fruit imports. now 500,000 tons.

 

 

 

National fruit production can satisfy only 30% of the annual demand. The country produces only a limited range of fruits (mango, banana, guava, pineapple, watermelon, papaya ...) while consumers are now demanding more diversified products.

 

 

 

Among them are orange, mandarin, apple and grape, which accounted for 85% of fruit imports.