Coriander Arrivals Drop in Markets; Trading Slow
13-Aug-2026 07:49 PM
New Delhi: Informed sources state that the arrival of farmers' produce in the markets has significantly declined because the bulk of the total harvest has already reached the mandis. However, prices are failing to rise—remaining steady at previous levels for the past week—due to sluggish export and local trading at these high rates.
It is noteworthy that coriander prices saw a record surge this season due to declining domestic production over the last three years; 'Eagle' quality prices touched ₹155–156 per kg and 'Badami' quality reached ₹148–150 per kg—levels unprecedented in history.
According to available data, domestic coriander production for the current season is estimated at 95–97 lakh bags (40 kg per bag). In comparison, production was estimated at 1.10 crore bags in 2025 and 1.20 crore bags in 2024, while a record 1.60 crore bags were produced in 2023.
Imports
Driven by the record price surge this season, importers have begun bringing in coriander. While imports were sourced from Russia last month, shipments have also arrived from Bulgaria this month. The Mumbai market price for imported coriander is quoted at ₹134–135 per kg, though the quality is reported to be inferior.
Arrivals
Currently, coriander arrivals at the major Gondal market have dropped to 1,200–1,300 bags, while Rajkot is seeing arrivals of 200–300 bags. In Rajasthan, arrivals stand at 1,000–1,500 bags in Ramganj and 200–300 bags in Guna. Arrivals at the Guna mandi in Madhya Pradesh have dropped to 500–700 bags, and at Kumbhraj, to 400–500 bags.
Increase in Sowing
Informed sources state that current coriander prices are double those of last year; during the same period last year, 'Eagle' quality coriander was trading at ₹70–75 per kg at production centers, whereas it is currently quoted at ₹145–150 per kg. Given that producers are receiving fair prices this season, it is anticipated that there will be a significant increase in coriander sowing at production centers this year.
No Downturn Expected
Traders believe there is little likelihood of a significant drop in coriander prices, as total availability remains low relative to consumption during the current season; consequently, prices are expected to rise again in the near future. It is worth noting that the combined requirement for domestic consumption and exports is approximately 1.40–1.50 crore bags, whereas total availability this season—comprising a production of 95–97 lakh bags and a carry-over stock of 20–25 lakh bags—will stand at 1.20–1.25 crore bags.
Exports
According to data released by the Spices Board, coriander exports totaled 60,211 tonnes during the 2025–26 year (April–March), generating revenue of ₹679.70 crore. In contrast, exports stood at 60,323 tonnes with a revenue of ₹633 crore during 2024–25. During the first two months (April–May) of the 2026–27 fiscal year, a 26% decline in export volume was recorded; however, due to higher prices, export earnings saw a 7% increase. According to available information, coriander exports during April–May 2026 amounted to 10,236 tonnes, generating revenue of ₹147.42 crore; whereas, during the same period, exports stood at 13,858 tonnes with earnings of ₹137.18 crore.