05/30/2008

Pistachio slips on reduced offtake

almond kernel NEW DELHI: Pistachio price declined up to Rs 15 per kg in the national capital on Monday following lack of

buying support amid increased supply from outside. Elsewhere, prices maintained last closing levels on the wholesale dry

fruit market here on some support. Marketmen said reduced offtake by stockist and local parties amid increased arrivals,

largely pulled down pistachio price. Pistachio Irani, hairati and Peshwari dropped from Rs.550-580, Rs.510-550 and Rs.565-625

to close at Rs.540-575, Rs.500-540 and Rs. 550-610 per kilo respectively on increased arrivals. Pistachio dodi roasted also

sheded by Rs.10 to settle at Rs.320-330 a kilo on reduced offtake.

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