Tihar flower trade projected at Rs 645 million; flood damage may push imports up 11 percent
Summary
Flower sales are projected to reach Rs 645 million during Tihar, with marigold garlands accounting for the biggest share of demand. Flood and landslide damage could force Nepal to import flowers, with marigold imports estimated to cover 11.11 percent of demand.
Key Points
- Flower sales during the upcoming Tihar festival are expected to reach Rs 645 million nationwide.
- FAN estimates 5.18 million garlands and 4.3 million individual flowers will be sold during the five-day festival.
- Marigold garlands are projected to generate Rs 405 million, while globe amaranth, chrysanthemum and mixed-flower garlands will add to total sales.
- Flood and landslide damage may force Nepal to import some marigolds, despite growing domestic production across all seven provinces.
