Indian red chilli acreage rises but supply risks remain

Indian red chilli acreage for 2026–27 is estimated to be up by roughly 20–30% year-on-year. Major producing states have expanded cultivation in response to high prices from the previous season.

Drought, El Niño and uneven rains threaten yields. Despite higher planted area, production in some key states is expected to be 5–10% below last year.