Archive · 12 Dec 2025
India's Red Chilli Output to Decline 20% in 2025-26
India's red chilli production is expected to decrease by 20% in the 2025-26 season.
Farmers have planted less red chilli and more crops like maize, cotton, and pulses.
This is because of too much rain and pests.
However, there are extra stocks from last year, which might help keep prices stable.
The biggest buyer, China, is not buying much right now.
In Karnataka, the Byadgi variety of chilli is starting to arrive, and its price has gone up compared to last year.
India's red chilli output is expected to shrink by 20% in the 2025-26 season due to lower acreage and weather conditions.
Farmers have shifted to other crops like maize, cotton, and pulses, reducing the area under red chilli cultivation.
Carry-forward stocks in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka are estimated to be 55 lakh, 36 lakh, and 45 lakh bags respectively, which may help stabilize prices.
The export demand from China, the largest buyer, remains muted due to a higher local crop.
Prices for the Byadgi variety of chillies in Karnataka have increased to ₹40,000-45,000 per quintal, up from ₹30,000-35,000 a year ago.
- Who
- Farmers in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka
- What
- Decline in red chilli output due to lower acreage and weather conditions
- When
- 2025-26 season
- Where
- Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka
- Why
- Shift to other crops, excess rain, and pest attacks
- Estimated Output Reduction
- 20%
- Major Producing States
- Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka
- Carry-Forward Stocks (Andhra Pradesh)
- 55 lakh bags
- Carry-Forward Stocks (Telangana)
- 36 lakh bags
- Carry-Forward Stocks (Karnataka)
- 45 lakh bags
- Estimated Chilli Cold Stocks
- 157 lakh bags
- Price Range for Byadgi Chillies
- ₹40,000-45,000 per quintal
- Previous Year's Price Range for Byadgi Chillies
- ₹30,000-35,000 per quintal