Sesame seeds: India loses market shares in Germany

July 5, 2019 at 9:33 AM , Der AUDITOR
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NEW DELHI. Subdued demand has added pressure to the market in India this week. Some traders are said to have large volumes in stock, from which they now want to part.

Surprising decline in price for natural sesame seeds
Market players report that the agricultural market is in a financial crisis. Many commodities are losing value and sesame seeds are also affected. At the same time, there is a lack of buying interest in the upcountry and export markets. The festivals in India have further reduced trading activities.

Market players reckon that the prices will not be able to maintain the current levels for much longer. In addition to the lack of demand, some traders are said to have large volumes of natural sesame seeds in stor

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