Jeera prices rose by 0.49% to 19,650, driven by export demand and easing geopolitical tensions. However, the momentum is limited due to the retail buying season and lackluster overseas interest.
Domestic supplies remain ample, with farmers holding around 20 lakh bags of cumin. Production is estimated at 90-92 lakh bags for the current season, with Gujarat’s output at 42-45 lakh bags and Rajasthan’s at 48-50 lakh bags.
Global production in cumin-growing nations faces challenges, with Syria, Turkey, and Afghanistan producing 9-12 thousand tonnes each.
India’s jeera exports fell sharply by 48.11% year-on-year in April 2025 to 19,719.60 tonnes, but showed a 13.74% increase month-on-month compared to March.
