Despite a severe drought and price fall, the Byadagi chilli market witnessed a record turnover this season reaching ₹3,178 crore. The market received 17 lakh quintals of chilli for the 2023–24 fiscal year, surpassing previous turnovers. Various chilli varieties from different regions contributed to this success. Farmers from North Karnataka and neighbouring states benefitted with average prices of Rs 45,000 per quintal. The market's growth led to surpassing the government's target earnings. Learn more about the record-breaking Byadagi chilli market turnover.
Traders at Byadagi Chilli Market have opted against relocating to the Mega Market near Ranebennur. Read more about their decision and the reasons behind it.