Free dhaniya no more? India is feeling new food heat
In India, the cost of coriander has surged to ₹220-230 per kilogram, while prices for other aromatics like ginger, garlic, and onions have also climbed year-on-year. This comes as India's food inflation reached 5.52% in July, up from 5.32% in June. However, some vegetables, such as potatoes, have become cheaper, with prices falling 16.56% year-on-year.
The inconsistency in vegetable prices is largely due to disruptions caused by India's monsoon. Heavy rains disrupted coriander supplies from Nashik, an important sourcing center, while El Niño adds uncertainty to the monsoon's second half. The weather risk extends beyond the vegetable market, as rice prices have also risen, and government intervention has been imposed on sugar traders to prevent hoarding.
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