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Sesame seeds: Gujarat expects small winter crop

July 25, 2024 at 2:50 PM , Der AUDITOR
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NEW DELHI/BRASÍLIA. Brazilian sesame farmers have made good profits in recent years, prompting them to expand sesame seed cultivation. However, the winter crop in Gujarat is expected to be smaller due to lower demand.

Demand falls short of expectations

Despite the availability of the new crop on the markets, there is hardly any demand for white sesame seeds in higher quality grades. Interest from overseas buyers also remains limited. As a result, prices are under pressure and profits from sales are comparatively low. Hulled sesame seeds, 99.98% purity are currently offered at a level of USD 2,345/mt CIF Hamburg. However, prices for sesame seeds from the Kashmir region have risen in the Indian market; instead of the expected 7,000-8,000 mt, production is said to have only reached

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