BTCL unfazed as profits drop
Wednesday, July 03, 2019
Commenting on the group’s results for the year ended March 31, 2019, BTCL directors said margins had come under pressure due to restrained consumer spend.
This had resulted in a 12% decline on the mobile business “despite the introduction of new products and services in the market and other initiatives to promote uptake”.
The Ministry of Agriculture, local producers, retailers, and industry associations must work together to overcome the obstacles hindering vegetable production and distribution.This collaborative approach is essential to improve the availability, quality, and affordability of vegetables in the market.Firstly, the Ministry of Agriculture should provide support and guidance to local farmers to enhance their productivity and efficiency. This could...