Jeera rises as export activity and domestic demand boost prices.

Jeera prices increased slightly by 0.13% to 22,585, driven by domestic demand and export activity, especially from Gulf countries. However, supply constraints, including limited arrivals from Rajasthan and a delayed new crop in Gujarat, also contributed to the increase. India’s cumin production for 2023-24 is estimated at 8.6 lakh tonnes, a significant increase from the…

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Turmeric prices rise amid tight supply and strong demand.

Turmeric prices rose by 1.05% to 13,280 due to lower-than-expected arrivals and strong buying interest. Positive export trends supported the price increase, with shipments reaching a four-year high. However, untimely rains impacting yields in the Nanded region have affected production, with an expected 10-15% decline in productivity. From April to December 2024, turmeric exports surged…

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India’s Oilseed Market Will See Supply Shortfalls and Trade Changes

India’s oilseed sector is experiencing significant changes due to production estimates, trade dynamics, and global policies. The government predicts a record soybean output of 15.1 million tonnes for 2024-25, while industry estimates are lower at 12.6 million tonnes due to reduced sowing. The government has increased MSP procurement under the Price Support Scheme to stabilize…

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Lower Arrivals Tighten Supply and Increase Buying Interest, Increasing Turmeric

Turmeric prices rose by 2.45% to ₹13,394, driven by lower-than-expected arrivals and strong buying interest. Export performance was positive, with shipments reaching a four-year high. From April to December 2024, turmeric exports rose 13%, reaching 1,36,921 tonnes. December saw a 46.94% YoY surge, reflecting global demand. However, new crop yields are projected to be 10-15%…

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India Exports 12% Less Oilmeal in FY2024–2025 Due to Poor Demand

India’s oil meal exports fell 12.39% to 39.33 lakh tonnes during April-February 2024-25, primarily due to declining demand for rapeseed meals and an oversupply of soybean meal globally. Rapeseed meal exports dropped 17.53%, while castor seed meal exports fell 21.44%. The de-oiled rice bran export ban since August 2023 further impacted domestic prices. Soybean meal…

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Jeera Benefits from a Month-Long Sowing Delay for Gujarat’s New Cumin Crop

Jeera prices increased by 0.24% to settle at 20,830, driven by a delayed start to the new crop in Gujarat due to unfavorable weather. Sowing in major producing regions like Gujarat and Rajasthan began a month late, tightening early supplies. However, upside momentum was limited by subdued demand and sufficient carry-forward stocks. Farmers hold around…

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