Spicing Up the Market A 25% Surge in Indian Spice Exports

Spicing Up the Market: A 25% Surge in Indian Spice Exports

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There has been an increase of about 25 percent in Indian spice exports on the basis of quantity in the initial quarter of the current financial year 2023-24. This information came from the latest data released by the Indian Spices Board.

This report highlights a significant surge in spice exports from India during the initial quarter of the fiscal year 2023-24. The export quantity of various spices, including red chilli, turmeric, coriander, cumin, and fennel, witnessed an impressive rise, contributing to a remarkable increase in export earnings. However, certain spices like black pepper, small cardamom, and dry ginger experienced a decline in exports due to weak international demand. The quantitative basis saw an upswing of 24.78 percent in spice exports, translating to an income increase of 25.61 percent compared to the same period in the previous fiscal year.

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Table: Spice Exports in the First Quarter of FY 2023-24

Spice Export Quantity (Tonnes) Export Income (INR Crore)
Red Chilli 1,36,527 3,031.83
Turmeric 57,775 517.25
Cumin 53,399 1,834.15
Coriander 49,173 388.81
Fennel 18,537 283.16
Garlic 35,793 147.45
Black Pepper 4,174 168.68
Small Cardamom 1,059 137.92
Big Cardamom 247 19.17
Dry Ginger 6,517 79.39

Overall, the export of spices has shown a positive trend with substantial growth in both quantity and income, driven by high domestic market prices. 

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