Spices Board mandates testing of exports to Hong Kong, Singapore

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The Spices Board will issue an advisory for exporters to raise awareness on ethylene oxide (ETO) contamination and the regulations in various countries, in addition to launching mandatory testing for the chemical in consignments bound for Hong Kong and Singapore.  The move comes after industry consultations on Wednesday pertaining to the recall of spice mixes … Read more

Bullish global prices may slow pepper imports and spur exports, say growers

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The prevailing bullish trend in global pepper prices will likely provide some relief to the Indian growers. The increase in global price, growers said, has brought parity between the domestic prices and the landed cost of the imported pepper, especially from countries such as Vietnam. This parity is likely lead to slowdown in imports of … Read more