Turmeric Prices

India produces roughly 80% of the world's turmeric, with Erode (Tamil Nadu), Nizamabad (Telangana), and Sangli (Maharashtra) as key trading centers. Prices swing 70-80% between crop years depending on planted area and monsoon performance.

Curcumin content is the key quality driver - higher curcumin (3-5%+) commands significant premiums for the supplement and pharmaceutical markets. The food industry uses turmeric for coloring and flavoring and is more price-sensitive. Growing Western demand for turmeric supplements has added a demand layer above traditional food use.