Onion exports fell due to govenmrnt curbs

India's onion exports fell sharply by 81% in August'13 compared to August'12, after the government imposed a minimum export-price to restrict shipments and control prices on the overseas sale to improve domestic supply and check prices, due to which the current retail-price of onion is Rs.50-60/kg in most parts. Supply is limited between July-October as onions are harvested in Rabi-season.