According to data provided by the National Statistics Committee, the inflation rate in Uzbekistan in February 2026 was 0.6 percent. An analysis of economic indicators shows that significant fluctuations in the prices of food products, particularly fruits and vegetables, have been observed in the country's consumer market. Although the overall inflation rate is tending towards stability, changes in the prices of certain types of agricultural products are directly affecting the daily expenses of the population.
Tomatoes took the lead in price increases in February. Although their value increased by 12.1 percent in one month, prices are 12.5 percent lower compared to the same period last year. Also, the price of pumpkin, which is in high demand during the winter season, increased by 11.7 percent. However, compared to February 2025 figures, the price of pumpkin remains 57.1 percent lower. This situation may be related to last year's yield and storage conditions.
An upward trend was also observed in the prices of other types of products. In particular, the price of potatoes increased by 5.0 percent, bell peppers by 4.2 percent, apples by 4.1 percent, lemons by 3.6 percent, and bananas by 3.0 percent. Also, the prices of daily consumption products such as carrots and cabbage increased by 1.8 percent. On an annual basis, carrots are sold 8.8 percent more expensive, and cabbage by 10.6 percent. These changes are explained by the volume of supply in the domestic market and logistics costs.
There are also many products that have seen a decrease in prices. In particular, the price of cucumbers decreased by 13.8 percent in February, falling to a level 13.0 percent lower than last year. Also, tangerines decreased by 5.6 percent, oranges by 5.4 percent, beets by 1.7 percent, and onions by 0.9 percent. The fact that the price of onions is 3.0 percent lower than last year indicates that there is sufficient supply in the markets.
According to experts, such changes in the prices of fruits and vegetables are closely related to several factors, including seasonality, the balance of supply and demand in the domestic market, and the volume of production. While the increased demand for greenhouse products in the winter season puts pressure on prices, the state of reserves in storage warehouses plays an important role in stabilizing prices. In order to ensure economic stability, the government continues to take measures to fill the domestic market with high-quality and affordable products.
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