Market Glut and Policy Failure: The Collapse of West Bengal’s Potato Economy

West Bengal farmers are selling potatoes for less than it costs to grow them after a big harvest. See why this is happening and what might happen next.

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Potato prices in West Bengal have dropped to ₹4-5 per kg, which is much lower than the cost to grow them. This means farmers are losing money.

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West Bengal potato farmers lose money after record harvest

West Bengal farmers are selling potatoes for less than it costs to grow them after a big harvest. See why this is happening and what might happen next.

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