Cardamom is a volatile spice, and it is advisable to pre-order volumes to secure a better price. The harvest season has concluded with 15% higher yields compared to last year. Oil is expected to reach the market at the end of November-December. Large exporters have left the seed market, which has resulted in a fall in price. Producers may delay selling product and wait till the next harvest to fetch a better price. The seed market is witnessing immense fluctuations. Seeds harvested in the second and third cuts are of lower quality resulting in less essential oil production. This in turn increases production costs