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[0] CAPSICUM/CHILLIES [1] FIRM [2] 
Late monsoon rains in India delayed sowing for the 2012 crop and weather problems are continuing to affect the market now crops have been planted. In Andhra Pradesh favourable weather is giving a forecasted crop increase of 15 to 20%. However in Madhya Pradesh there have been incessant and heavy rains which have damaged their crop. Furthermore, the crop in Pakistan has been damaged by heavy rains, and this is putting extra demand pressure on India. Presently only poor quality, low heat Chillies are arriving at market. The high grade, high heat Chillies in cold stores are ruling very high and the price of Capsicum Oleoresin is following.
Herb & Spice Market
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