Watermelon seeds Import Restricted

25-Jun-2025 08:33 AM

Watermelon seeds Import Restricted
Year-wise Import of Watermelon Kernels (in Metric Tons):
2024–25: 83,812
2023–24: 35,750
2022–23: 65,898
2021–22: 20,355
★ Annual consumption of watermelon seeds in India is up to 65,000 tons, while domestic production stands at 35,000–40,000 tons. The shortfall of about 20,000–25,000 tons is usually met through imports.
★ Over the past three years, the average annual import has been approximately 40,697 tons.
Watermelon seeds Prices (INR per kg) – Delhi Average
June 2025:
02.06 – 570
10.06 – 540
21.06 – 535
24.06 – 545
May 2025:
02.05 – 580
21.05 – 535
29.05 – 575
Average Price – June 2024: 700
★ As seen in the above data, prices fell significantly after June 2024, mainly due to oversupply in the market.
★ Awaiting DGFT circular for official notification on the import restriction.