Spice Market Insights & Industry Updates

India is making bold moves to reshape its spice export strategy—focusing not just on quantity, but on quality, traceability, and sustainability. With a ₹422.3 crore investment, increasing pressure to revise...

Global black pepper supply remains tight, and prices haven’t eased. But by now, most buyers know that. What’s becoming more important is how U.S. companies are reacting — and what strategies are emerging to...

Cost Pressure Is Now Structural If you’re sourcing black pepper in bulk, expect prices to stay high for the remainder of 2025. In Vietnam, FOB prices have risen to $6.10–$6.20/kg, up from $4.30/kg in early 2023....

The recent 90-day pause in U.S.–China tariffs has stirred movement across major ports, especially in Los Angeles, but it hasn’t settled the broader tension. While cargo volumes are climbing and retailers are...

The United States and China have agreed to sharply reduce tariffs that brought bilateral trade to a near standstill in April. After an intense escalation that pushed tariffs to 145% on Chinese imports and 125% on...

In 2025, one thing is clear: people are tired of the usual. They’re not just looking for good food—they want something that surprises them. That’s where bold, unexpected spice pairings come in. The rise of...