Monsoon 2026 supply outlook: what buyers should expect
Early monsoon signals from the IMD point to a favourable Kharif season. Here's our read on availability windows and price stability for onions, garlic, rice and spices.
Early indicators from the India Meteorological Department point to a favourable southwest monsoon for the 2026 Kharif season. Here’s our view on what that means for international buyers sourcing from our regions.
Onions, garlic & potatoes
Maharashtra and Rajasthan — our primary sourcing belts for red onions, garlic and potatoes — are expected to see normal-to-above-normal rainfall. We anticipate stable supply and competitive pricing through Q3, with peak availability windows from October through April for onions and February through May for garlic.
Rice & grains
The basmati belt (Punjab, Haryana, UP) is on track for on-time sowing. Buyers should plan their Q4 dispatch windows around the post-harvest milling cycle (November onwards).
Spices & seeds
Cumin from Rajasthan and Gujarat is now in peak season — March-May availability is strong. Ginger from Kerala and Karnataka will pick up from October.
Recommended action
We recommend locking in volume commitments for the October-February window during the next four weeks to secure preferred freight slots and pricing.
