Turmeric continued to trade in positive territory in futures trade with prices rising by Rs 92 to Rs 9,440 a quintal on Tuesday, powered by depleting stocks and bargain buying.

At the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX), prices for delivery in May rose Rs 92 or 0.98 per cent to Rs 9,440 a quintal, with an open interest of 2,310 lots.

The spice for delivery in April gained Rs 74 or 0.75 per cent to Rs 9,982 a quintal, with an open interest of 6,250 lots.

Analysts said the rise in prices was supported by reports of some export enquiries and bargain buying by traders.

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