Chinese Pumpkin kernel: The market is difficult to predict in the late stage

Dalian: Exporters report that sales in the domestic market are stable and prices in the export market have fallen slightly. Pumpkin seed kernels declined in some producing areas this week, and there is a severe shortage of GWS pumpkin seeds on the market. Procurement difficulties have increased, and many exporters have stopped exporting quotations. The prices are for reference only—the main exporters export skin pumpkin seed kernels AA and A.

To the lack of GWS raw materials, it is difficult for importers to purchase GWS pumpkin seeds, the cost increases, and the export quantity is limited. Exporters predict that pumpkin seed prices will remain stable in the short term. Prices will fluctuate after the Spring Festival. High prices have led to a decline in export demand and domestic trade demand. In addition, the ocean freight is too high, and exporters are in trouble. The export situation is difficult to change in the short term. Exporters look forward to declining procurement costs and ocean freight and expect the market to improve. 

Current Market Price in FOB Dalian, China for Pumpkin kernel