Spice & Seasoning Industry Insights
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How Chile Peppers Left the Americas and Changed the Way the World Eats
Today, chile peppers are closely associated with cuisines across Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. But their story begins in the Americas. Long before they became essential to dishes around the world, chile peppers were cultivated and used by Indigenous…
Spice Trade Under Pressure: EU Import Growth Meets New U.S. Tariffs
As of July 28, 2025, a new EU–U.S. trade agreement has taken shape. While headlines focused on steel and automobiles, there’s an underlying development that deserves closer attention: the shifting dynamics of agri-food trade between the European Union and the United…
How NAFED’s Sales Are Keeping Peanut Prices in Check
India’s peanut market has been remarkably steady in recent weeks, and that’s not by chance. The National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India (NAFED) has stepped in, releasing large volumes of stock into the market and easing pressure on prices that…
Chickpea Prices 2025: Sharp Rise Possible as Global Supply Tightens
Chickpea markets remain relatively quiet, but the current conditions suggest this stability may not last. India is reporting low trading activity, while global supply remains tight. Several major importers are beginning to step up purchases, which could place…