Rough prices above pre-recession levels
Tuesday, July 06, 2010
A price index maintained by leading global diamond evaluators, WWW International Diamond Consultants, indicates that rough diamond prices have risen by approximately 20 percent across various grades.
The UK-based company's index indicates that rough diamond prices are higher than at any level since 2002, supported by strong supply/demand fundamentals, a recovering global economy and increasing consumer confidence.
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...