Tomatoes form the canvas of most dishes in any cuisine. Their sweet and sour taste forms the perfect base for almost any cuisine, making them an essential commodity in any chef’s arsenal. However, there has been a rise in tomato cost all across the nation, causing problems for restaurants and eateries alike.
Why has there been a price hike?
There has been a notable surge in the cost of tomatoes in India over the past few weeks. This sudden price rise is believed to be due to high temperatures experienced during March and April, which resulted in an increase in pest infestations. Additional, unexpected rainfall in April and May led to farmers abandoning their tomato crops.
As per Hindustan Times article dated July 10th, “the price of tomatoes is almost 15 times what it used to be in the first week of May when tomatoes were being sold at ₹10 per kg.”
This has caused an immense shortage in stock, leading tomato costs to hike. The rise in the tomato cost has caused a severe crunch in the ability of restaurants to continue serving their customers with the same quality. Chefs are finding it hard to create masterpieces that satisfy customers’ needs without this key ingredient.
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What’s the solution?
In times like this when the tomato cost is reaching new highs each day, Kagome brings a viable, reliable, and consistent solution. Kagome’s wide range of tomato products from makhani gravy to pizza pasta sauce offers a convenient and flavorful alternative for chefs seeking tomato-based options for their dishes. Kagome facilitates quick and effortless preparation that provides your customers with delicious meals and minimizes the efforts of the chef thereby making them more time efficient.
Kagome: Empowering Sustainable Tomato Solutions
With the help of our vertically integrated business model that has a strong seed-to-table presence, the tomatoes we use are sustainably grown in exclusive and controlled environments. We impart agricultural guidance to our collaborated farmers, making the impact of such crisis scenarios more negligible.
To know more about Kagome’s value model, read: Unlocking The Potential Of Farm-To-Table Cooking With Kagome
In addition to sustainable cultivation practices, Kagome’s tomato products go through rigorous assessments in accordance with stringent Japanese quality standards. Through our approach, we strive to safeguard natural resources while ensuring that freshness, flavour, and safety are never compromised.
Also read: Kagome’s Commitment To Food Safety Standards.
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