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\n Dear Client,<\/p>\n
Please find below the latest market updates for the Indian Spice sector as of
\n 25 April 2026.<\/p>\n
Rising demand boosts Turmeric prices, while weak demand leads to a bearish trend in Coriander, Mustard (Rye), and Kalonji (Nigella seeds).<\/strong>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Turmeric prices have edged higher driven by strong demand from spice grinders. In Erode, arrivals remain active, and temporary geopolitical de-escalation in the Middle East has temporarily stimulated domestic buying. However, speculative activity in the futures market is cooling down. Analysts expect range-bound stability in the spot market without any major long-term rally in the coming days.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n The spot market for dry ginger remains sluggish due to the onset of peak summer, but prices are well-supported on the downside. Supply of fresh ginger from Bangalore to major markets like Azadpur remains tight, keeping raw ginger prices elevated. On the global front, reports of a fifty percent production drop in Nigeria are bolstering domestic sentiment. Strong export performance, with a forty percent volume jump year-on-year, suggests the market will remain firm without any major bearish threat.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Coriander prices have experienced a mild correction despite weaker arrivals in key producing states like Rajasthan. Stockists and buyers are showing resistance at elevated price points, leading to sluggish physical demand. While futures markets show minor speculative gains, physical trade remains quiet. The short-term outlook suggests limited upside potential due to weak buying interest.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Cumin spot prices remain soft as buying interest remains sluggish across major trade hubs. Farmers have slowed down their sales, leading to lower daily arrivals in Unjha, yet this supply drop has failed to stimulate demand. Speculative selling has also dragged down the active futures contracts. The market sentiment remains bearish, with no immediate prospects of a price rally.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Large Cardamom is witnessing steady market sentiment following a recent price correction. Average auction prices have turned firm, boosting confidence among spot traders despite sluggish overall offtake. Current indications suggest that the market has bottomed out. Traders expect prices to remain steady with no immediate threat of further decline.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Fenugreek prices are maintaining a steady to strong posture amid ongoing new crop arrivals. Market participants anticipate a lower crop output this season, which is providing strong fundamental support to prices. Although purchasing from pharmaceutical companies remains relatively slow, supply-side constraints are expected to prevent any price decline. The outlook remains strong with steady consolidation expected.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Nutmeg prices are holding steady at previous levels, reflecting quiet trading activity. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have induced caution, leading to slower offtake and limited participation from major exporters. Local physical activity in southern trading centers remains sluggish due to intense summer heat. The market is expected to trade sideways in a narrow range over the next few days.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Poppy seed prices are showing resilience, maintaining steady levels despite slow physical offtake. While easing international geopolitical tensions have calmed speculative sentiment, the underlying domestic spot market remains firm. Buyers are adopting a cautious, need-based purchasing strategy. No major downside correction is anticipated in the near term.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n <\/p>\n💛 Turmeric Bullish on Rising Grinding Demand, but Limited Long-term Gains<\/h3>\n
🫚 Dry Ginger Set to Remain Firm Amid Weak Fresh Supply and Strong Exports<\/h3>\n
🌿 Coriander Softens as Stockists Resist Higher Price Levels<\/h3>\n
🌱 Cumin Sluggish Despite Lower Arrivals in Unjha<\/h3>\n
🟢 Large Cardamom Tones Up on Strong Auction Sentiment<\/h3>\n
🍁 Fenugreek Holds Firm on Crop Concerns and Steady Underlying Demand<\/h3>\n
🥜 Nutmeg Steady Amid Sluggish Offtake and Geopolitical Quiet<\/h3>\n
🌸 Poppy Seeds Hold Firm Despite Muted Offtake<\/h3>\n
🔑 Key Takeaways
\n for Buyers<\/h3>\n\n