Indian Fenugreek Exports Surge 21%: Market Outlook, Drivers & Price Trends

In 2025, India’s fenugreek (methi) market stood out as one of the spice sector’s brightest spots, posting a robust 21% increase in exports over the previous year. According to the latest APEDA figures, India shipped nearly 51,000 tonnes of fenugreek—up from just over 41,000 tonnes in 2024. This surge highlights not just the crop’s agricultural resilience but a broader story of rising international demand tied to culinary, medicinal, and food processing uses.

The year was marked by sustained momentum throughout, with explosive monthly growth rates (notably a 59% jump in November 2025 exports versus the prior year), and several months setting new export records. These remarkable gains position India decisively as the leading player in the global fenugreek trade, with far-reaching implications for farmers, exporters, and downstream users in the spice and nutraceutical industries.

📈 Prices & Market Sentiment

Product	Origin	FOB Price (EUR/kg)	Update Date	Market Sentiment
Fenugreek seeds (Organic)	IN – New Delhi	1.07	2026-03-06	Stable, Elevated Export Demand
Fenugreek seeds, 99% (Conventional)	IN – New Delhi	0.67	2026-03-06	Stable, Consistent Inquiries
Fenugreek seeds, powder (Organic)	IN – New Delhi	1.22	2026-03-06	Firm, Specialty Use
Fenugreek seeds, FAQ, machine clean	IN – New Delhi	0.66	2026-03-06	Stable, Bulk Exports
Fenugreek seeds (Conventional)	EG – Kairo	0.98	2026-03-06	Unchanged, Competitive vs. Indian

🌍 Supply & Demand Overview

• India Exported 50,951.96 tonnes of fenugreek in 2025—a 21.3% rise year-on-year, consolidating its global dominance.
• First two months 2025 exports: 9,186 tonnes (up from 4,224.53 tonnes year prior).
• Key months with standout growth:
  • July 2025: +44.5% y/y (3,513.40 tonnes)
  • November 2025: +59.3% y/y (4,622.82 tonnes)
• Growth buoyed by strong food, spice, and medicinal demand in export markets.

🔍 Monthly Export Breakdown (India)

Month	Export Volume (tonnes)	YoY Change
Jan-Feb 2025	9,186	~ 117% ↑
Mar 2025	4,664.19	Significant Increase
Apr 2025	3,380.10	Minor Decline MoM
May 2025	—	+19.0% YoY
Jul 2025	3,513.40	+44.5% YoY
Oct 2025	3,428.89	– Fluctuation
Nov 2025	4,622.82	+59.3% YoY
Dec 2025	4,097.96	+35.8% YoY

📊 Fundamentals & Market Drivers

• Sustained Global Demand: Food processing, spice blends, and traditional medicine sectors continue to drive international interest in Indian fenugreek.
• Supply Expansion: Improved cultivation techniques and favorable policy support have enabled Indian growers to respond to demand growth, particularly in export-focused states.
• No Major Price Surges: Despite export volume growth, FOB prices in New Delhi remain steady, suggesting adequate supply and well-functioning export channels.
• Competitive Positioning: Egypt remains the second-tier export origin, but Indian product remains price-competitive and of preferred quality for most buyers.

⛅ Weather Outlook (Key Growing Regions – India)

• Winter 2025-2026: Current reports suggest normal to above-average rainfall in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, main fenugreek-growing states, supporting healthy crop prospects for early 2026 exports.
• Warm daytime temperatures and adequate irrigation likely to sustain above-average yields if these conditions persist.
• No major weather risks reported at present that could disrupt supply in the coming quarter.

🌐 Global Production & Stocks Comparison

• India: Dominates global supply, with export volumes eclipsing competitors by a wide margin.
• Egypt: Continues as a stable alternate supplier, but total volumes remain much lower (latest offer: 0.98 EUR/kg FOB Kairo).
• Importers: Main destinations remain food, spice, and pharma sectors in EU, Middle East, and parts of Southeast Asia.

📌 Trading Outlook & Recommendations

• Exporters: Leverage India’s price competitiveness and robust global demand. Maintain quality standards for premium buyers.
• Importers: Secure forward contracts now for bulk and organic fenugreek, as FOB prices remain stable but may rise with continued demand.
• End-users: Monitor India’s 2026 crop weather patterns for signs of tightening supply in Q2 2026.
• Speculators: Price upside appears limited short-term, but any yield drops in India would trigger sharp moves. Watch for regional weather shocks.

📆 3-Day Price Forecast (Key Indian Exports, FOB New Delhi)

Date	Fenugreek seeds (Organic) EUR/kg	Fenugreek seeds (Conventional) EUR/kg	Outlook
Day 1	1.07	0.67	Stable
Day 2	1.07	0.67	Stable
Day 3	1.07	0.67	Stable, with mild upward risk if new demand arises