Nutmeg higher in demand in Europe
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Exports of nutmeg from Indonesia to Italy has increased toward the end of the year, a North Sulawesi official said.
“Orders have come more regularly from Italy for North Sulawesi nutmeg. Demand is growing toward the end of the year,” head of the provincial industry and trade office Jenny Karouw said here on Tuesday.
Jenny said in the third week of November 2016 nutmeg exports to Italy totaled 15 tons worth US$112,500.
She said nutmeg from the district of Sitaro Islands is high in demand in Europe especially in Italy for its high quality.
“The quality of nutmeg from the district of Sitaro Islands has been internationally recognized. The exporters, therefore, should maintain the reputation,” she said.
Buyers from Europe would look for other suppliers once they found the quality is not up yo their expectation, she added.
Nutmeg from North Sulawesi has been exported to Europe and the United States, where quality is the priority.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which country is specifically increasing its demand for Indonesian nutmeg?
Which country is specifically increasing its demand for Indonesian nutmeg?
Italy is specifically increasing its demand for Indonesian nutmeg. Orders from Italy have become more regular, indicating growing demand towards the end of the year.
Q.What is the primary reason for the high demand for nutmeg from the Sitaro Islands in Europe?
What is the primary reason for the high demand for nutmeg from the Sitaro Islands in Europe?
The primary reason for the high demand is its internationally recognised high quality. European buyers prioritise quality, which the nutmeg from Sitaro Islands provides.
Q.Which specific region in Indonesia is seeing an increase in nutmeg exports?
Which specific region in Indonesia is seeing an increase in nutmeg exports?
North Sulawesi is the specific region in Indonesia seeing an increase in nutmeg exports. The provincial industry and trade office head confirmed this trend.
Q.What volume and value of nutmeg were exported to Italy in the third week of November 2016?
What volume and value of nutmeg were exported to Italy in the third week of November 2016?
In the third week of November 2016, nutmeg exports to Italy totalled 15 tons. These exports were valued at US$112,500, according to the official statement.
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