We are receiving several reports from different sources, all containing the same message. The 2022 crop of Mexican allspice (pimento) will be delayed.

Summary of Draft joint statement of the EU Member States regarding the presence of Mineral Oil Aromatic Hydrocarbons (MOAH) in food, including food for infants and young children.

Everyone active in the spice industry will have noticed by the now the limited availability of sunflower seeds (oil). Unfortunately the Ukrainian Russian crisis will have its effect on other items for the spice industries worldwide as well.

The 2022 crop of pink pepper from Brazil will start to arrive in about 2 months time. As usual Van der Does has some limited options for pre-crop sales.

Van der Does Spice Brokers closely monitors the situation regarding the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

We have entered the year of the Tiger. Many wonder, will the tiger chase the bull or fight the bear. Considering the fundamentals in the spice markets we foresee the first.

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The team of Van der Does Spice Brokers wishes you a merry Christmas and a sparkling fabulous New Year!

Our office will be closed for the holidays from December 24th until December 31st. We will resume working again on January 3rd.

In case of emergencies during the holidays please contact your personal broker directly.