Dear Client,
Please find below the latest market intelligence for the Indian Spice sector as of
12 August 2026.
Turmeric, Almond Giri, Pistachio, and Walnut Giri are showing strength, while Watermelon Seeds are soft. Overall, the market is seeing mixed trends with some dry fruits gaining due to weak selling pressure.
📈 Turmeric: Firmness Prevails Amidst Strong Demand
Turmeric prices continue their upward trend, bolstered by robust customer demand and limited selling pressure. The market saw a significant price hike in Erode Gatha, with arrivals remaining moderate. Despite a slight dip in active futures due to stockist selling, the overall market sentiment remains bullish. Expect continued firmness in the short term.
📉 Big Cardamom: Market Softens Ahead of New Crop
Big Cardamom prices are experiencing a recent slowdown, driven by weak sales and an anticipated new crop expected within the next month. Despite earlier reports of good rainfall in the Northeast, overall supply from Nepal is weak, though future imports may increase. Limited business activity and weak stock levels suggest continued sluggishness, with no immediate signs of a price rebound.
⚖️ Nutmeg: Stable but Sluggish Outlook
Nutmeg prices remain stable at previous levels, influenced by the closure of the ‘Homage State’ and political pressure from Iran affecting potential exports. While arrivals in Kochi are steady, reduced rainfall in Kerala could impact market dynamics. The outlook suggests continued sluggishness in the spot market for the next couple of days.
🛡️ Poppy Seeds: Steady Prices, No Immediate Downturn Expected
Poppy Seeds prices are holding steady following a recent decline, with the Turkish variety remaining stable. Market trends are influenced by the closure of the ‘Homage State’ and pressure from Iran. Despite these external factors, the market shows no immediate signs of further decline in the short term, maintaining current levels after a previous modest drop.
🌧️ Coriander: Rainfall Reduces Arrivals, Market Remains Soft
Coriander prices are soft due to reduced arrivals in the Hadoti region of Rajasthan following rainfall, with spot market activity remaining sluggish. Badami Coriander is stable at its previous level. Weak selling by stockists has impacted active futures. The market is expected to remain in a sluggish environment for the next one to two days.
☁️ Cumin: Cloudy Weather and Sluggish Trade Halt Price Rises
Cumin prices are stagnant due to cloudy weather in Unjha and surrounding areas, coupled with sluggish business activity. Arrivals in Unjha mandi remain moderate, keeping spot prices stable at previous levels. Active futures are also holding steady. While sporadic buying from Bangladesh offers some support, no significant price increase is anticipated in the near term.
📉 Black Pepper: Sluggish Market Amidst Reduced Rainfall
The Black Pepper market is experiencing a sluggish environment, even during the ongoing Shravan month. Prices are stable at previous closing levels after an earlier rise. Significantly reduced rainfall in Kerala and other parts of South India could further influence market trends. No upward price movement is expected in the immediate future.
🌾 Fenugreek: Stable After Decline, Monsoon Influences Arrivals
Fenugreek prices are stable after a recent decline, with the market remaining sluggish. The ongoing monsoon season is influencing arrivals in producing regions, keeping prices at previous day’s levels. Despite these conditions, the market does not anticipate any further price drops in the short term.
🔑 Key Takeaways
for Buyers
- Monitor Turmeric Momentum: Turmeric continues to show strong demand and firm price trends. Consider holding existing positions or strategic buying for potential short-term gains.
- Caution on Big Cardamom: Anticipate continued sluggishness in Big Cardamom due to impending new crop arrivals and weak sales. Avoid aggressive long positions until market clarity emerges.
- Evaluate Coriander & Cumin: Both Coriander and Cumin face sluggish demand and limited upward price potential. Watch for changes in supply dynamics post-rainfall for Coriander and any renewed external buying interest for Cumin.
- Black Pepper Stagnation: Expect Black Pepper prices to remain stable to soft in the near term, as market conditions and reduced rainfall in key producing regions do not indicate significant bullish movement.
- Steady Fenugreek & Poppy Seeds: Fenugreek and Poppy Seeds appear to have stabilized after recent dips. No immediate major price swings, either up or down, are expected for these commodities.
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