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Turmeric ₹15,600–15,700 / Qtl◆Red Chilli Teja ₹14,500–17,000 / Qtl◆Cumin ₹21,500–22,500 / Qtl◆1121 Basmati Steam ₹8,600–9,600◆Chana Dal ₹6,550–7,000◆Urad Dal ₹9,400–10,200◆Walnut Kernels ₹1,200–1,500 / kg◆Raisins Medium ₹50,000–55,000 / 40kg◆Coriander ₹7,800–8,200 / Qtl◆Mustard ₹5,400–5,600 / Qtl◆Turmeric ₹15,600–15,700 / Qtl◆Red Chilli Teja ₹14,500–17,000 / Qtl◆Cumin ₹21,500–22,500 / Qtl◆1121 Basmati Steam ₹8,600–9,600◆Chana Dal ₹6,550–7,000◆Urad Dal ₹9,400–10,200◆Walnut Kernels ₹1,200–1,500 / kg◆Raisins Medium ₹50,000–55,000 / 40kg◆Coriander ₹7,800–8,200 / Qtl◆Mustard ₹5,400–5,600 / Qtl◆

Indian Turmeric Prices Rally on Tight Supplies and El Niño Weather Risks

August 04, 2026. Indian turmeric prices have surged as tight supplies, low carry-forward stocks, weather risks, and steady export demand continue to support the market. Industry estimates place current-season production at around 95 lakh bags, below the combined domestic and export requirement of 110 lakh bags, while carry-forward stocks have declined to just 15–20 lakh bags. Prices in Tamil Nadu's Erode market have risen sharply from around ₹160/kg to ₹210/kg within days, while export quotations for premium turmeric have also strengthened. Despite a 16% increase in acreage, below-normal early monsoon rainfall linked to El Niño has raised concerns over yields in key producing states such as Telangana, Maharashtra, and Karnataka. Demand for premium IPM-certified turmeric remains strong, particularly from European buyers, while India's turmeric exports have stayed broadly stable. With inventories at multi-year lows and production expected to trail demand, the market outlook remains firm, with further weather disruptions likely to keep prices elevated.