The current price of dried fish in comparison of that of the last six months has dropped at a considerable rate, revealed the Association of Dried Fish Importers, speaking to a briefing in Colombo yesterday (16).
Union Vice President R.G. Wilson said the price of dried fish has dropped by about 30 – 35 per cent.
“Considering the last period, there is a change in the price of dried fish. There is a price drop of about 30 – 35 per cent. This is because local products are coming in. Also, the customer has difficulties. Those who purchased 01 kilo of dried fish now resort to a lesser mass. ‘Katta Karawala’ dried dish soared up to even Rs. 2100 – 2200. Now around Rs. 1600 – 1700. ‘Bala Karawala’ dried fish sold for Rs. 1200 – 1300, now the retail price Rs. 800,” he said.
MIAP
