News Capsule: Chile Walnut Season 2025/26 Wrap-Up: Key Takeaways for India
15-Apr-2026 12:32 PM
News Capsule: Chile Walnut Season 2025/26 Wrap-Up: Key Takeaways for India
★ Chile’s walnut exports saw strong growth this season, though the outlook for India remains mixed.
★ Total inshell walnut exports increased by 26%, with the Middle East/Africa emerging as the largest market, while Asia/Oceania’s share declined.
★ Exports to India fell by 17%, dropping from 33,968 tons in 2024–25 to 28,185 tons this season. Despite this decline, India remains the largest buyer of Chilean walnuts.
★ Meanwhile, exports to Turkey rose sharply by 61%, shipments to the UAE surged more than elevenfold, and exports to Europe increased by 32%.
★ With rapidly shifting export trends, price volatility is likely in the coming months. Strong demand from the Middle East is expected to increase competition for India.