Turmeric| Indian turmeric futures hit a contract high due to concerns about the quality of crop.

Indian turmeric futures hit a contract high due to concerns about the quality of crop because of excess rains in AP and as farmers hold back stocks on expectations of higher prices. AP is the top turmeric cultivating state in the country. Turmeric sowing usually begins in the last week of May and continues till August. A lengthy harvesting process starts from January.