New Delhi, 14 October (NNS): The poppy seed market is currently reported to be weak and the prices reduced by Rs 50 per kg. Turkish poppy seeds are holding steady at Rs 1300/1400 per kg. The poppy seed harvesting season began in March and April and increasing arrivals of the new crop in mandis have put pressure on prices. The heavy availability of both new-crop and imported supplies has increased overall market availability. Arrivals remain normal in major producing mandis, including Neemuch in Madhya Pradesh. However, domestic buying is strong ahead of the upcoming festive season, providing support to the market and preventing a sharp price decline. Despite the recent slight weakness, major traders and stockists have significantly restricted the sale of their stocks at lower price levels.