[Photo] Agricultural Product Prices Soar Amid Heat Wave View original image

On August 10, as the intense heat wave continued and the prices of certain agricultural products, such as spinach and cucumbers, soared, customers were shopping at the Yangjae branch of Hanaro Mart in Seocho District, Seoul. According to the Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corporation, the retail price of spinach reached 1,978 won per 100g, which is a 152.3% increase from a month ago (784 won). The retail price of cucumbers for 10 pieces rose from 5,369 won to 8,313 won, a 54.8% increase.



This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.

© The Asia Business Daily. All rights reserved. Unauthorized AI training and use prohibited.

Today’s Briefing