Almond up almost 3% on strong demand

Almond futures  at the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), for April, rose by Rs 13, or 2.95% to Rs 454 per kg in two lots.

Prices rose as speculators enlarged their positions supported by firm spot demand.

Increasing spot market demand for the ongoing 'Navratra' festival, lower arrivals from overseas markets pushed up almond futures market.