GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024
Statistics About The Most Expensive Vegetables
The most expensive vegetables are typically specialty or exotic varieties and can vary greatly in price depending on factors such as rarity, seasonality, and growing conditions.
In this post, we will explore the world of pricey produce as we highlight some of the most expensive vegetables and culinary delights that command top dollar prices in the market. From luxurious truffles to exotic Japanese melons, these unique and rare vegetables are coveted for their distinctive flavors and premium quality. Join us as we uncover the astonishing prices of these sought-after vegetables that are sure to make your wallet shrink just at the thought of them.
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"Pink lettuce sold by Tesco for $17 per pound."
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"White Truffles can cost up to $2,000 per pound."
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"Wild asparagus can cost around $12 per pound."
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"Kalettes, a hybrid of kale and Brussels sprouts, can cost $10 per pound."
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"Ghost peppers can cost around $30 per pound."
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"Morel mushrooms can cost up to $254 per pound."
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"Hop shoots, used in making beer, can cost up to $1,000 per pound."
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"Wasabi root, used in Japanese cuisine, can cost $160 per kilogram."
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"Szechuan Buttons (Buzz Buttons) can cost around $20 per pound."
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"La Bonnotte potatoes from France can cost around $300 per pound."
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"Densuke watermelon from Japan has sold for up to $6,100 each."
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"Rhubarb can cost around $12 per pound."
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"Matsutake mushrooms can cost up to $1,000 per pound."
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"Italian heirloom tomatoes can cost around $9 per pound."
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"Purple cauliflower can fetch prices of around $6 to $15 per piece."
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"Yubari King melons from Japan have sold for as much as $45,000 for a pair."
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"Lotus root can cost around $7 to $10 per pound."
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"Citron, also known as Buddha’s Hand, can cost around $24 per pound."
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"Saffron, although usually considered a spice, is derived from a flower (Crocus sativus), costs around $5,000 per kilogram."
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"Fiddlehead Ferns can cost around $30 per pound."