Grain prices drop sharply in Potiskum market, Yobe
By Kasim Isa Muhammad
In a welcome development for both traders and consumers, grain prices in the Potiskum Grain Market have witnessed a significant drop this week, with key staples such as maize, millet, sorghum, and beans selling at much lower rates compared to recent weeks.
The decrease has been met with joy and relief, particularly in a time when many households continue to grapple with the rising cost of living across the country.
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According to a market update gathered on June 29, 2025, maize is currently selling between ₦45,000 and ₦46,000 per bag. Millet another staple grain, now goes for between ₦52,000 and ₦55,000.
Sorghum has also seen a drop, being sold for ₦38,000 to ₦40,000.
White beans are currently priced between ₦86,000 and ₦90,000. Meanwhile, the large red beans are selling between ₦90,000 and ₦95,000, depending on size and quality.
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Other items like Roselle, locally known as Zobo (dried hibiscus flower), are priced between ₦20,000 and ₦21,000. Melon, a local grain, is being sold in two categories — the first ranges between ₦44,000 and ₦45,000, while a variant type sells between ₦33,000 and ₦35,000.
Rice also features on the market list. The polished variety is fixed at ₦125,000 per bag, while broken or processed types have varying prices based on processing quality and demand.
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Groundnut is selling at a relatively high price, going for between ₦130,000 and ₦135,000 per bag.
Neptune Prime noted that residents and traders alike are hopeful that the positive trend continues in the coming weeks as more produce floods the market.
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