Melon and muskmelon exports to China are underway, with prices showing potential. An official from Khwanyo Fruits wholesale trading center stated, "At present, there is an export of melon and muskmelon and prices are good. We can fetch a good price and at the same time, transport costs are getting higher. Currently, we are exporting fruits from Mongla and it is a distant journey. It is the nature that we can make profits or face loss sometimes."
The current price for melon stands at approximately $410 per ton, while muskmelon prices range between $680 and $820 per ton. Since last October, exports have been routed through Mongla, resulting in some delays due to the extended journey. The official noted, "If melon and muskmelon are fresh, they are favorable and can fetch good prices," underscoring the importance of quality in fruit exports.
Domestically, the melon trade is also seeing stable conditions.
Source: The Global