Tight Supplies Likely to Sustain Dry Ginger Rates

Dry ginger prices in Kerala have risen slightly due to lower-than-usual arrivals of new ginger crops. With limited supply entering from Karnataka, wholesale markets like Kochi have seen a recent price increase. Currently, dry ginger prices in Kochi range between USD 2,88–3,12 per kg, recovering from previous declines.

Summer has started, yet lower arrivals are helping maintain prices. Farmers had sold most of their ginger crops last season at high rates, leaving limited stock available now to process into dry ginger.

North Indian Market Sees Moderate Decline

In North India, especially Delhi, the demand for dry ginger has softened as winter ends. Ginger from Bangalore is steadily reaching wholesale markets, causing a minor price drop. Wholesale prices currently range from USD 0,42–0,46 per kg, slightly down from earlier rates.

Despite this mild price decrease, current rates remain stable because farmers have very little leftover stock for dry ginger production.

Farmers Have Less Stock Left to Offer

Farmers sold approximately 90–95% of their ginger harvest earlier, benefiting from attractive prices last year, which reached record highs of about USD 2,40–2,70 per kg. Due to this quick selling, supplies for dry ginger are currently limited. Even with new arrivals from Karnataka, the volumes reaching Kerala markets remain lower than needed, preventing prices from dropping significantly.

Dry Ginger Market Price Snapshot

Prices Likely to Remain Strong

Low arrivals from ginger-growing regions, including Siliguri, suggest that dry ginger prices will stay firm. With limited supply available, prices may sustain current levels or strengthen slightly in the upcoming weeks.