Prices of newly harvested potatoes have increased sharply in Dinajpur due to the supply crisis caused by severe cold. Over the past few days, prices of new potatoes have surged drastically, forcing ordinary consumers to turn to old potatoes as their only affordable option. Within just two days, retail prices of new potatoes in the district have shot up by Tk 10 to Tk 25 per kilogram. As new potato prices move beyond consumers’ reach, middle- and lower-income families are now relying solely on old potatoes priced at Tk 12 per kg. As a result, local demand is being met mainly with old potatoes,” he said.

Source: Dhaka Tribune January 16, 2026 17:00 UTC