State Trading Organisation (STO) has commenced the sale of onions, eggs, and potatoes in the Maldives as part of efforts to stabilise prices in the lead-up to Ramadan. The company, which annually imports and distributes essential food items during the holy month, announced that shipments have now arrived and are available for both wholesale and retail purchase.
Ramadan is a period of high demand for food items, and the initiative aims to ensure the availability of key goods at stable prices. STO has stated that these products will be sold based on prevailing market prices, with adjustments made according to market fluctuations.
Wholesale and Retail Prices
STO’s wholesale centres and warehouses in the Industrial Village area are currently offering:
- Eggs – MVR 320 per case
- Potatoes – MVR 310 per basket
- Onions – MVR 310 per basket
At STO People’s Choice outlets, retail customers can purchase:
- Eggs – MVR 2 per unit
- Potatoes – MVR 18 per kg
- Onions – MVR 14 per kg
The company has also begun selling fresh lemons following a recent price increase in the market. Wholesale customers can purchase lemons at MVR 145 per 5 kg case at STO wholesale centres and warehouses in the Industrial Zone, while retail prices at STO Supermarket stand at MVR 40 per kg.
Expanded Imports for Ramadan
STO is preparing to import a range of food items across four categories:
- Basic Staples – Onions, beans, potatoes, corn, almonds
- Fresh Vegetables and Fruits – Lemons, ginger, carrots, oranges, cabbage, pepper, pears, plums, passionfruit, cucumber
- Processed Foods – Nestlé cream, cocoa powder, baked beans, canned goat’s milk
- Cooking Ingredients – Sunflower oil, vegetable oil, basmati flour
STO has stated that further shipments of essential food items are expected in the coming weeks as part of its continued efforts to ensure stable prices and availability during Ramadan.
