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India stopped exporting onions on September 14. According to the Bangladesh Bank, from September 15 to October 24, a total of 140,000 tons of onion import certificates were opened from 20 countries around the world. On the other hand, according to the Plant Quarantine and Customs Center, importers have unloaded some 44,000 tons of onions since last Sunday, when India stopped exporting. Another 26,000 tons awaiting release.
According to the Department of Agricultural Extension, the country produces about 2.3 million tons of onions per year. Another 10-11 lakh tonnes are imported. Onions come mainly from India. However, traders are looking for alternative sources to cover the deficit if India stops exporting. It takes 22-35 days by ship for the onions to reach Chittagong port from countries such as China, Egypt and Turkey. It is not possible to import onions from these countries without frozen containers. However, onions are often seen to rot after importation and traders incur losses.
Speaker of the House of Chittagong Mahbubul Alam in this regard The first lightWho said that if air-conditioned warehouses are built and storage measures are taken, the products will be protected from spoilage. Traders will also avoid taking damage.
