Factor | Black Pepper | Cardamom |
---|---|---|
Production decline | ~10% drop, flower loss & monsoon swings | ~30–40% drop, pests & climate stress |
Demand dynamics | Strong domestic intake, limited imports | High auction demand + export interest |
Supply management | Farmers/traders stored stocks earlier | Harvest delays also tightened immediate supply |
Market control patterns | Imports partly mitigate but price holds | Grading/export shifts limit small farmer gains |