Deputy Director General of the Department of Internal Trade. Revealed that vegetable prices are within normal limits after the flood situation began to subside. Confirm that the quantity of vegetables is sufficient to meet consumer needs. Specify if overselling If found, there is a penalty of 7 years in prison and a fine of 140,000 baht. Report it at hotline 1569 or the Provincial Commerce Office in every province.
Mr. Udom Srisomsong, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Internal Trade, revealed that from the recent situation there has been heavy rain in many areas. and in some places there were flash floods. Especially the northern and northeastern regions. The Department of Internal Trade has therefore visited the area to monitor the vegetable situation in Bangkok and surrounding areas at the Si Mum Mueang Market. which is a large wholesale vegetable market It was found that there was a continuous flow of vegetables into the market. The prices of most vegetables move within the normal range and there has been no abnormality in the fluctuation of the prices of such vegetables. This is partly a result of cases in provinces that have experienced heavy rain and flooding. It is not an important source of vegetable production. Therefore, it does not affect the amount of vegetables entering the market much. We therefore confirm that the quantity of vegetables is sufficient to meet the needs of consumers.
The retail prices of important vegetables at markets in Bangkok and surrounding areas as of October 4, 2023, such as kale price 40-45 baht/kg, yardlong beans price 35-40 baht/kg, cabbage price 30-35 baht/kg, bok choy price 30-35 baht/kg. Chinese cabbage price 30-35 baht/kg. Green onion price 60-70 baht/kg. Coriander price 130-150 baht/kg. Jinda bird chilli price 60-80 baht/kg. Chinese morning glory price. 35-40 baht/kg.
However, the Department will continue to closely monitor the vegetable price situation. With officials from the Department of Internal Trade and Provincial Commerce Office continuously inspecting during heavy rain and flooding in many areas. Especially during the period close to the Vegetarian Festival. In order to prevent consumers from being taken advantage of, the Department would like to emphasize that business operators should clearly display price signs. If the sign showing the selling price of the product is not closed There is a penalty of not more than 10,000 baht and you must not take the opportunity to increase prices unreasonably. If found, strict legal action will be taken. Which is punishable by 7 years imprisonment and a fine of 140,000 baht. If the public sees the unfair sale of goods or services You can report it at hotline 1569. or Provincial Commercial Offices in every province.
Source: Thai News Agency
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