‘Jurin’ fired, still not required to declare palm oil as the highest price control product High price point is good for farmers. Must understand because the productivity is less
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On February 10, 2021 Mr. Jurin Laksanawisit, Deputy Prime Minister And Minister of Commerce Going into the area to explore product prices during the Chinese New Year in the project “Commercial Sale! Helping People ”at World Market, Thawi Watthana District, Bangkok byMr. Jurin Mentioning the rising palm oil price during this period that Currently, the price of oil palm fruit that farmers sell has continuously increased. From 3-3.50 baht per kilogram to 7 baht per kilogram at the end of 2020 and stable at a high level of 7.50 baht per kilogram, resulting in higher costs of bottled palm oil producers as well.
Mr. Jurin Continued that the Ministry of Commerce tried to discuss with entrepreneurs that If it is the original stock, it must be sold at the same price, not overpriced. If it is new stock, ask to sell and try to control the selling price as far as possible. To alleviate the suffering of the people Which received good cooperation from entrepreneurs But he has instructed the Department of Internal Trade (people.) To consult with entrepreneurs continuously. So as not to make people suffer But must allow all parties to benefit Ie farmers can sell palm fruit at a good price At the same time, the public must not be in trouble.
Mr. Jurin Said he admitted that if to lower the palm price that farmers should receive To get lower prices of bottled palm oil Will cause farmers to be affected As for whether or not to announce palm oil as the highest price controlled product Saw that there was no need Because it can still be managed By making a table of output and cost to determine the price of bottled palm oil with all parties. Which is accepted
“Although from the higher palm prices, I must admit that Palm oil prices can rise to more than 42 baht per bottle, but under the coordination of the Department of Internal Trade with the manufacturer. Can still lower the price, although it is slightly higher than the previous price This must be understood because the price of palm fruit is very different, we need to look at two aspects: during this time, palm fruit prices are good because the yield is low. Good for farmers Which must be understood here But in March In the coming months, the produce will come out more according to the season. The Ministry of Commerce must closely monitor the situation of quantity and price. Because the price at that time might fall. ” Mr. Jurin say
The reporter reported that Palm oil used to be the highest priced regulated product. Recommended to sell at a price of 42 baht, but in February 2019 has been canceled for the recommended price. So that the price is in accordance with the market mechanism
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