The production problems stem from erratic weather in the district of Idukki, which accounts for at least a sixth of the global production
Spice for delivery in October was down by Rs 3.40 or 0.28%
Spice for delivery in September contracts traded higher by Rs 15.40 or 1.32%
Spice for delivery in October contracts traded higher by Rs 18.60, or 1.68%
Spice for delivery in October gained Rs 27.50 or 2.65%
Spice for delivery in October gained Rs 25.10 or 2.51%
Spice for delivery in September contracts edged up by Rs 3.70 or 0.38%
Spice for delivery in September contracts traded higher by Rs 5, or 0.53%
Spice for delivery in August contracts traded higher by Rs 7.80 or 0.83%
Spice for delivery in August contracts traded lower by Rs 9.30 or 1.04%
Traders lightened their positions to book profits amid easing demand in the spot market
Analysts said offloading of positions by traders due to sluggish demand in the spot market influenced cardamom prices
Moreover, adequate stock position following increased arrivals from producing regions also fueled the downtrend
Spice for delivery in August gained Rs 5.10 or 0.57%
Spice for delivery in August contracts traded higher by Rs 2.60, or 0.29%
Spice for delivery in July traded higher by Rs 4.10 or 0.46% to Rs 896 per kg in 38 lots
Spice for delivery in August gained Rs 10.80 or 1.21% to Rs 900 per kg in 30 lots
Spice for delivery in June was trading lower by Rs 9.30 or 1.06%
Spice for delivery in June gained Rs 13.40 or 1.58%
Tight stocks on restricted arrivals from producing belts also supported the upside