Title: Market Monitoring Report Highlights Fruit and Vegetable Pricing Dynamics
Introduction
A market monitoring report for the week ending November 5, 2025, provides a detailed overview of the pricing structure for domestic and imported fruits and vegetables in central urban retail outlets. The data offers a factual snapshot of current market values for essential food items that form a critical part of the nutritional intake for the populace.
The Vital Role of Fresh Produce
Fresh fruits and vegetables are a cornerstone of a healthy diet, providing essential vitamins and nutrients that aid digestion and overall bodily function. Their consistent availability and consumption are crucial for public health and well-being.
Domestic Fruit Market Overview
The survey of central city fruit markets indicates the following price ranges per kilogram for domestically produced fruits:
- Quince: 220,000 Rials
- Pomegranate: 99,000 – 169,000 Rials
- Grapes: 88,000 – 268,000 Rials
- Pear: 90,000 – 290,000 Rials
- Oranges: 40,000 – 159,000 Rials
- Strawberries: 120,000 – 220,000 Rials
- Persimmon: 65,000 – 158,000 Rials
- Apples: 99,800 – 189,000 Rials
- Kiwi: 169,000 – 198,000 Rials
Among juicy fruits, watermelon was priced between 17,000 and 30,000 Rials per kilogram, while cantaloupe and honeydew melon were around 39,000 Rials. Fresh pistachios were offered at 690,000 to 750,000 Rials per kilogram.
Imported Fruit and Vegetable Pricing
The market for imported fruits showed the following prices per kilogram:
- Bananas: 89,000 – 149,000 Rials
- Pineapple: 210,000 – 480,000 Rials
- Coconut: 180,000 Rials per piece
Domestic Vegetable Market Analysis
A wide range of domestic vegetables were surveyed, with per-kilogram prices including:
- Cucumbers: 54,000 – 59,800 Rials
- Tomatoes: 49,800 – 59,800 Rials
- Garlic: 300,000 – 500,000 Rials
- Potatoes: 39,800 – 42,800 Rials
- Onions: 22,000 – 39,800 Rials
- Bell Peppers: 47,000 – 298,000 Rials
- Carrots: 25,000 – 39,800 Rials
Market Structure and Price Variations
According to data from the Central Bank, a price differential exists between wholesale fruit and vegetable markets and retail outlets. For the week leading up to October 24, 2025, this difference was recorded at 41 percent for fruits and 29 percent for vegetables, a factor inherent to the distribution and retail supply chain.