9 February 2024
Traders said that Pyin Oo Lwin’s seasonal strawberries are widely distributed to the domestic market. There are 235 acres of strawberries in Pyin Oo Lwin Township this year, with a cultivation cost of 4.5 million Kyats per acre. During September and October, strawberries are planted, and from January and May, they are harvested fresh.
The fresh strawberry fetches 10,000-13,000 Kyats per viss, depending on varieties at the beginning of this year’s season. The prices rose slightly from 9,000-12,000 Kyats per viss recorded last year. Despite the lack of exports, strawberries are highly demanded in the market as fresh fruit. Strawberry paste, jam, and wine can also be made from it with added value.
