Bangladesh vegetable exports drop by 60% during FY 2023
Over the past three years, Bangladesh vegetable exports declined significantly. According to Bangladesh import export data , the country’s vegetable exports during 2021 were estimated to be around $271 million. Whereas, in 2022, it came down to $131 million while the latest reports, the exports were $68 million during 2023. Bangladesh vegetable exports decreased by 60% as compared to previous year. This is due to the shortage of cargo space and lack of scanners at the country's airports. Also, during the covid pandemic, the vegetable supply has been affected. This resulted in the decline of vegetable exports from Bangladesh. Bangladesh's key vegetable exports includes lemons, potato, root vegetables, cabbages, cauliflowers, Snake gourd, broccoli, and terragon products. Malaysia, the United Kingdom and Sri Lanka were the most prominent markets for Bangladesh vegetables. Malaysia imported over $49 million with over 22% of Bangladesh vegetables exports in 2023....