Brazil still the cheapest option for black pepper

Brazil remains the cheapest source of pepper in the current global market. In November Brazil shipped more than 5,500 tonnes. For December we expect a good but lower number. The Brazilians clearly tried to sell out most of their stocks prior to the new…READ MORE

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Global pepper prices reflect thin supply situation

International pepper prices have shown renewed upward pressure of late on dwindling supply. There is continuous demand from exporters which had concluded contracts earlier in the year. Some relief is brought to the market by the Brazilian farmers. Current levels are some USD300-400 per tonne higher than the bottom some weeks ago. If you can […]

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Global pepper prices remain robust

International pepper prices are holding stable to firm despite demand tailing off, as availability dwindles with most of this year’s crops now over. Brazil is the last source of new crop supply for the year and is the cheapest option as it is harvesting now…READ MORE

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Brazilian pepper prices seen holding strong

Brazil’s pepper harvest is under way and should be of a normal size, local dealers have indicated. However, prices are expected to remain on the firm side due to good levels of demand and a reluctance from sellers to lower their pricing ambitions…READ MORE

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Brazilian pepper shipments show promising start to year

Brazil has recorded a strong first four months of the year on pepper exports, boosting overall global sales by 13% to 10,834 tonnes. The US remained Brazil’s leading buyer between January and April 2014, although its volumes were down 7% from the same period a year ago to 3,949 tonnes…READ MORE

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