Archive · 14 Jan 2026
India's Cardamom Sector Shines Amid Global Shortfall
India's cardamom industry is doing really well.
Last year, they produced more cardamom and sold more to other countries.
This is because a country called Guatemala had a problem with their cardamom crops, so India is taking advantage of this situation.
Indian cardamom is in high demand, especially in the Middle East during Ramadan.
Experts think this is a good chance for India to become the leader in the global cardamom market next year.
India's cardamom production and exports surged in 2025.
Guatemala's crop failure shifts global supply dynamics in India's favor.
Exports poised to hit a record 12,000–14,000 tonnes.
Auction prices averaging ₹2,520/kg with premium demand for Indian 8 mm pods.
India could reclaim global market leadership in 2027.
- Who
- India's cardamom industry
- What
- Production and exports surge due to Guatemala's crop failure
- When
- 2025 and 2026
- Where
- India, Guatemala, Middle East
- Why
- Crop failure in Guatemala shifts global supply dynamics
- Production Increase
- Strong 2025 with higher production
- Exports
- Poised to hit 12,000–14,000 tonnes
- Auction Prices
- Averaging ₹2,520/kg
- Premium Demand
- Indian 8 mm pods (~$35/kg) in high demand
- Key Market
- Middle East during Ramadan
- Guatemala's Output
- Set to plunge to ~22,000 tonnes
- Potential Market Leadership
- India could reclaim global leadership in 2027