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Retail prices for rice, oilseeds, and major pulses have increased in June due to reduced sowing of key kharif crops and traders holding produce.

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Who
Traders
What
Retail prices for rice, oilseeds, and major pulses have increased in June due to reduced sowing of key kharif crops and traders holding produce.
When
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:25:00 GMT · 2h 29m ago
Where
India ·
Why
Reduced acreage for kharif crops, traders withholding produce, and below-normal rainfall have led to decreased supply and higher prices.
The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

Inflation has increased for essential food commodities, impacting consumer prices. Concerns exist about future availability due to unfavorable weather conditions.

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