In India, prices of nuts and dry fruits have surged sharply over the past month, with increases of 20-30% on average due to supply disruptions from Afghanistan and Iran. The ongoing conflict in West Asia and tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan have constrained shipments, leading to significant price hikes for staples such as raisins, dates, and pistachios. According to industry estimates, green raisins have seen a price increase of nearly 40%, rising from approximately ₹600 per kg to ₹1,000 per kg, while premium Mamra almonds from Iran have increased by 25% to ₹3,500 per kg. The situation is exacerbated by rising freight and insurance costs, which have surged by about 15-30%. With imports constituting nearly 80% of the country’s $8.5 billion dry fruit market, the impact is profound, especially as domestic production is limited to about 380,000 tonnes annually. Importers are now seeking alternative sources, including the US and Turkey, to mitigate supply gaps, although these alternatives may come with higher costs and potential quality variations. The sector's heavy reliance on imports from the affected regions highlights the vulnerability of India's dry fruit supply chain.