β¨ Steady Demand Cushions Prices Amid Seasonal Arrivals β¨
December witnessed a balanced and orderly cardamom market across key Idukki auctions. Despite steady harvest arrivals and regular auction volumes, prices remained resilient, reflecting healthy demand absorption and disciplined buying.
Average auction prices for small green cardamom during December largely traded in the βΉ2,350 β βΉ2,500 per kg range, maintaining continuity with late-November levels. The market showed no signs of stress, even as arrivals stayed consistent through the mid-harvest phase.
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π Market Highlights
β’ Arrivals remain steady: Continuous inflow from curing units, yet sales clearance stayed strong, indicating effective demand absorption.
β’ Premium quality commands strength: Well-graded 8 mm and above lots consistently achieved βΉ3,200 β βΉ3,400/kg, maintaining a βΉ400ββΉ500 premium over medium grades.
β’ Export demand supportive: Ongoing buying interest from Middle East markets and domestic stockists continues to underpin price stability.
β’ Stable sentiment: Buyers remain selective but confident, preventing any sharp downside despite seasonal supply.
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βοΈ HAN Spices Outlook β Late December 2025 to Early January 2026
β’ Prices likely to consolidate within βΉ2,350 β βΉ2,550/kg for good quality grades.
β’ Premium lots expected to retain upside due to export-led demand.
β’ Year-end trading may slow marginally, but fundamentals remain firm.
β’ Farmer realisations continue to stay favourable through the active harvest window.
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