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cumin
Commodities Agricultural #cumin#exports
Indian cumin exports drop 28% in FY26 on reduced offtake from China
India's cumin (jeera) exports dropped 28% in value and 14% in volume in the 2025-26 financial year, primarily due to a sharp 76% decline in Chinese offtake. The value fell to $524 million from $732.35 million, while volume declined to 1.96 lakh tonnes from 2.29 lakh tonnes. Geopolitical tensions in West Asia and strong domestic crops in China and Syria also impacted shipments, though exports to Turkey surged more than fivefold.
Jun 19, 2026 1 source
Trade Import/Export #india#spice exports
India's Spice Exports Decline 6% in FY26 Amid Weak Demand
India's spice exports fell by 6% to $4.43 billion in FY26, driven by reduced demand for chilli and cumin from key markets like China and Bangladesh. Despite the overall decline, some spices like cardamom and tamarind saw significant growth.
Jun 4, 2026 1 source