22/04/2026
🌶️ Indian Red Chilli Market Update – May 2026
The Indian chilli market is entering a strong bullish phase, driven by tightening supply and rising demand across both domestic and international markets.
📊 Key Market Insights:
2025 Stock (May End): 3.25 Crore Bags
2026 Estimated Stock (May End): ~1.80 Crore Bags
Expected Shortage: ~1.45 Crore Bags
📉 Supply Situation:
Only ~10% stock held in cold storage
Farmers are selling early instead of holding
Reduced buffer stock across mandis
📦 Demand Pressure:
Daily Pan India consumption: ~2 Lakh Bags
Strong demand from:
💠 Powder manufacturers
💠 Domestic food industry
💠 Export markets
📈 Market Trend:
Prices rising across all chilli varieties
Positive sentiment continues
Strong possibility of further price increase in coming months
⚠️ With significantly lower stock levels compared to last year, the market may face tight supply conditions during peak demand periods.
🤝 At AKP Group (AKP Exports), we recommend buyers and importers to secure positions early to avoid volatility and price escalation.
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