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Coriander Market Analysis: Stability Amid Limited Demand and Improved Crop Outlook

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The coriander market is currently demonstrating a phase of notable stability, with prices moving within a tight band across India’s key producing states such as Gujarat and Rajasthan. This steadiness comes against the backdrop of steady arrivals and a subdued demand environment, which has resulted in limited volatility. A closer examination indicates that while buyers remain hesitant and the offtake is sluggish, improved weather conditions have buoyed crop prospects, especially following earlier concerns about excessive heat and erratic rainfall. Market experts anticipate that this balanced scenario—marked by solid stock positions and secure crop outlook—will persist in the near term.

Both spot and futures prices reflect this sentiment, with only minor fluctuations observed in recent weeks. Given these fundamentals, coriander growers and traders alike are not expecting sharp price moves, although localized weather events and demand spikes could soon test this stability. Market participants are thus advised to monitor demand-side cues, especially from bulk buyers and exporters, as well as shifting weather patterns that could unexpectedly tighten supply. This environment presents both challenges and opportunities for proactive market positioning as the next buying season approaches.

📈 Price Overview

Market/Product Type Purity/Organic Origin Location Price (EUR/t) Prev. Price (EUR/t) Update Trend
Coriander seeds Standard 99,9% / Conv. EG Kairo 1.02 1.02 2025-08-29 Stable
Coriander seeds Whole / Organic IN New Delhi 2.36 2.38 2025-08-29 Softening
Coriander seeds Single parrot Conv. IN New Delhi 1.10 1.12 2025-08-29 Softening
Coriander seeds Standard 99,9% / Conv. IN New Delhi 0.87 0.89 2025-08-29 Softening
Coriander seeds Powder / Organic IN New Delhi 2.69 2.71 2025-08-29 Softening
Coriander seeds Eagle, split 98% / Conv. IN New Delhi 0.84 0.86 2025-08-29 Softening
Coriander seeds Double parrot Conv. IN New Delhi 1.22 1.25 2025-08-29 Softening
  • Spot mandi prices in India (USD): $79–84 per quintal (standard), $85–89 per quintal (top quality)
  • September futures (India): ~$84 per quintal (stable sentiment)
  • EUR-denominated market offers remain steady to lower compared to previous periods

🌍 Supply & Demand Dynamics

  • Arrivals: Key Indian mandis report steady arrivals; no supply disruptions observed
  • Demand: Buyer demand remains tepid across both domestic and export segments
  • Stocks: Ample carryover stock; no tightness reported by traders
  • Global trade: Export demand from the Middle East and Europe stable with marginal downward pressure from alternative origins

📊 Fundamentals & Market Drivers

  • Crop acreage: Sowing in Gujarat and Rajasthan is consistent with last year; no major shifts in cultivated area
  • Production outlook: Weather improvements in June–August have stabilized yield expectations
  • Market sentiment: Sideways trading with low speculative interest; speculative long positions remain modest
  • Historical context: Last coriander market report echoed similar themes of range-bound prices and limited demand impulses, confirming current trends

⛅️ Weather Outlook

  • Gujarat & Rajasthan: Recent monsoon showers have improved soil moisture, removing concerns over moisture stress
  • Forecast next 2 weeks: Largely favorable conditions; only localized rainfall deficits possible
  • Potential impact: Barring extreme weather, yields remain secure; risk premium currently negligible

🌐 Global Production & Stocks

  • India: Remains the world’s largest producer and exporter, accounting for ~70% of global output
  • Egypt: Notable origin for EU buyers; this season’s volumes broadly in line with multi-year averages
  • Other exporting countries: Syria, Morocco, and Iran contributing incremental supply; price gaps versus India remain narrow

📆 Trading Outlook & Recommendations

  • Expect continued narrow range trading in the near term ($2–3/quintal bandwidth)
  • Buyers should capitalize on dips below current market levels; ample supply cushions risk
  • Exporters advised to monitor Indian rupee and freight movements amid global logistical fluidity
  • Watch for any sudden uptick in buying from large food processors as potential support driver
  • Speculators: Limited opportunity for major price move; consider range-bound trading strategies

🗺 3-Day Regional Price Forecast

Market Spot (USD/qtl) Forecast Range (USD/qtl) Sentiment
Gujarat (Indore Mandi) 82 81–84 Stable
Rajasthan (Kota) 83 82–85 Stable
New Delhi (Exports FOB) 83.5 82.5–85 Slightly Bearish