Spices
News related to different spices like cumin, pepper etc would be covered in this category.
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How to Cultivate Nutmeg: A Comprehensive Guide from Seed to Spice
Discover the process of cultivating nutmeg, from planting seeds to harvesting and enjoying this aromatic spice in your dishes.…
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Kashmir's Saffron Leaves 'Silver Varq' Behind in the Price Chase at Rs 5 Lakh/kg!
Kashmir’s saffron is priced at Rs 5 lakh per kg while silver varq is selling at Rs 80,000 per kg.…
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14th World Spice Congress 2023 To Unfold Newer Opportunities in Spice Trade
The 14th edition of the World Spice Congress will be held in Mumbai from 15 to 17 September 2023, unfolding newer opportunities in the global spice trade. The programme has been organised on the sidelines of the prestigious G20 Presidency of India.…
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Jeera Prices Hit ₹60,000 per Quintal on NCDEX, Registering a 90% Yearly Surge
Jeera (cumin) prices have nearly doubled in 2023 due to concerns over output and strong demand, leading to record highs and lower supplies in the spot market.…
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Online Sales Portal for Spices 'Spiisry' Introduced by Spices Institute
IISR introduces Spiisry, an online sales portal, and Kisan Seva Kendra outlet to support agri start-ups and promote agricultural products, facilitating knowledge dissemination and nationwide delivery of agricultural goods.…
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CFTRI Presents a 5-Day Spices Processing Course
CSIR and CFTRI are jointly organizing a five-day training program on spices and flavours, focusing on processing, formulations, and quality evaluation, with a registration fee of ₹13,000 per participant.…
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Spices Board Signs MoU with CFTRI to Set Up Incubation Facilities to Develop Innovative Products
Spices Board India and the Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI) have signed an agreement to establish spice incubation facilities.…
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Spice Board & KSSDB to Hold ‘Spices Buyer-Seller Meeting’ at Hubballi, Karnataka
The Karnataka State Spices Development Board, in collaboration with the Spices Board, will hold a buyer-seller meeting for exporters, traders, and farmers on December 22 in Hubballi, Karnataka, as part of its efforts to promote the export of quality spices from the country.…
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Red Chilli Powder & Its 7 Incredible Health Benefits
Indian cuisine is distinguished by its distinctive taste and aromatic spices. Red chilli powder, also known as "Lal mirch," is a popular Indian household spice that has been used for centuries. Red this article to find out some amazing health benefits of this fiery spice.…
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Add These Amazing Winter Spices to Fight Cold and Flu
Winters and immunity don't exactly get along. Our bodies become more vulnerable to a number of infections and other common winter illnesses including the cold, cough, and flu as the temperatures drop. In this article, we will help you fight these problems by adding these…
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Enjoy The Amazing Benefits of Cinnamon Milk This Winter!
Cinnamon milk: In addition to milk, cinnamon may be used to flavor a variety of other foods.…
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IITF 2022: Kerala Pavilion Showcases How Tribals’ Organic Farming Adds Value to Their Life & Society
Now, the organic spices have taken over the space of traditional varieties in the European markets. And they rule the roost.…
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Spices Draw Huge Crowd to Kerala Pavilion at IITF 2022
India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2022 happening at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi started on November 14 and will last till November 27.…
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"Spice Exports to Increase 6.5% per year Based on Demand Projections," says Spices Board Secretary
To maintain & strengthen our leadership in global spice markets, the supply chain must be strengthened with Farmer Producer Organization participation, and GI registrations must be increased.…
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Himachal Farmers are Earning Good Income Growing Heeng and Saffron
Heeng and saffron spices are two of the priciest spices in the market and by growing them farmers can easily double their income.…
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Haldi (Turmeric): Why it is so Important in Indian Weddings
Haldi is one of the most important ingredients in Indian weddings. The use of yellow color is considered auspicious in Hindu rituals and tradition. It is believed that the bright sunny color sets off the bride and groom for a fresh and healthy start in…
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Telangana Exports Spices Worth Around $200 million in 2020-21
Turmeric is a valuable cash crop that is primarily grown for the expected profits it brings, which are backed by sentiment. It is regarded as a good omen crop, and despite its high production costs, farmers are encouraged to cultivate it on the smallest patch…
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‘Assam Produces Nearly 3.1 LMT of Spices Every Year,’ says Assam Chief Minister
Sarma stated that the North Eastern Region has gained special attention on the global map due to the quality of organic spices, and that among the many unique products and features for which the region is famous, spices are of special recognition and have global…
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Govt to Establish Spices Quality Evaluation Lab & Training Centre at Guwahati
India produces 75 of the 109 ISO-listed varieties of spices and has emerged as the world's largest producer, consumer, and exporter.…
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Spices Board to Provide Farmers with Market Access via Flipkart
D. Sathiyan, Secretary, Spices Board India, commented on the collaboration, saying, "Through Flavourit, we are looking forward to assisting farmer communities in marketing their products to a wider spectrum, both domestically and internationally."…
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Spices Remain Bullish - Jeera, Dhaniya Appear Stronger than Turmeric
The tight supply and steady demand situation has supported the futures prices, especially in the case of Jeera and Dhaniya. For the same time period turmeric was supported from fresh buying interest amongst stockists since prices had turned quite cheaper during the later days of…
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Lakadong Turmeric: World’s Best Turmeric is Grown in Hilly Terrains of Meghalaya
Lakadong turmeric, which is grown in Meghalaya's Jaintia hills, is becoming famous as the world's finest turmeric variety with the greatest curcumin concentration.…
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Global Curcumin Market Projected to Reach US$112 Mn by 2025, Dietary Supplements Remain Prominent Consumer Segment
The global curcumin market is growing rapidly and is expected to reach the worth of 112 Million Dollar By the year 2025.…
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Nestlé India Pledges to Further Help Spice Farmers in India through ‘MAGGI Spice Plan’
To help improve the economic stability of the spice farmers, Nestlé MAGGI has implemented a Sustainable Sourcing Program for spices. Built on the pillars of traceability and responsible sourcing, the program aims to ensure transparency on origins and progressively deliver positive impacts for the farmer…
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Jeera Prices Rise as Growers Shift Some Land to Mustard, Castor
Spices Board officials confirmed that the area under jeera has decreased by about 30% in Rajasthan this year, to 5.39 lakh hectares (lh) from 7.7 lh last year. In Gujarat, the area has decreased to 3.40 lh from 4.70 lh last year.…
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Turmeric can be Helpful in Cancer Treatment, as per CCMB
Curcumin, which is produced from turmeric, has now been discovered to be useful in the treatment of cancer by experts at the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB).…
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Turmeric Up By More Than 60% Year On Year, Farmers Likely To Get Handsome Returns This Year Too
The year 2021 has been reasonably well for the entire turmeric value chain including the farmers. Increase in export sales and rise in the domestic use of turmeric as an immunity booster are amongst the major positive price drivers.…
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Jeera Ends 2021 on Healthy Note, 20000 Levels Likely This Year
Zeera (cumin) has gained approximately 28% year on year. Prices during the end of 2020 near 12600 Rs/qtl, and were attractive for the exporters as well as the stockists and retailers. Presently the commodity is being traded near 16000 Rs/qtl. As local and overseas consumption…
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Tata Consumer Intends to Expand Reach of Spice & Pulses Brand “Sampann”
Tata Consumer Products Ltd (TCPL) that sells packaged water, tea, salt and pulses is set to scale general trade distribution of its Sampann brand of pulses, mixes and spices as it spots an opportunity in expanding the brand beyond top metros and going deeper into…
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India’s Spices Production Increases 60% To 10.7 Mt In 2020-21
From 14,899 crore in 2014-15, exports nearly doubled to 29,535 crore last year.…
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Clove May Help Control Sweet Cravings - Home Remedies for Sugar Cravings
Cloves cinnamon, cardamom and several other spices hold a constant position in every Indian pantry. These spices are aromatic and have extensive usage in our everyday cooking. From masala chai to curries and dal – we add spices to almost everything we make in our…
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Woman Left Her Corporate Job to Create Success Story with Spice-Mix
The Bengaluru-based woman entrepreneur launched Deccan Diaries in 2017, which aimed to promote traditional spice mixes and natural flavors across the country. The brave mind also wanted to represent the flavors of South India and spread the authentic and traditional tastes.…
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Spice Board Focuses on Quality Production of Spices to Increase Imports
In 2019, Guatemala held the highest amount of export share per cent for cardamom in the world with India being no.2 at 7 per cent. Recently according to the Indian Spice Board’s Board Chairman AG Thankappa, “The Spices Board has taken steps to improve quality…
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Spices Board: India’s Total Spice Exports Scaled landmark level of $4 billion
The Spices Board has sought to elevate India’s share of spices and product exports by focusing on buyer-seller meets and other market linkage programs through virtual platforms. As per the Spices Board, the total share of spice exports raised the landmark level of $4 billion…
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UK Firm Rajah Spices Collaborates with SEWA to Double Women Farmers’ Income
In a bid to empower women farmers in Gujarat, UK firm Rajah Spices has joined hands with the Self-Employed Women’s Association (SEWA).…
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Kerala Spices Board Launched Quality Improvement Training Program For Farmers
A year has passed since the start of the KAU initiative for organic cardamom farming.…
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Kanniyakumari ‘Clove’ Gets Geographical Indication Tag
Kanniyakumari Clove, grown in the densely wooded hilly areas of Western Ghats, has obtained the Geographical Indication Tag for its rich aromatic oil content. It is one of the prominent spice crops of the district.…
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How to Check Adulteration in Red Chilli Powder at Home, as per FSSAI
Red chilies are one of the most commonly used spices and they’re often used in cooking to enhance flavor along with the rich color. But, have you ever think of how safe is the red chili powder that you have been using? Could it be…
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Spices Board to Host a Special Cardamom e-Auction on September 26
75,000 kg of tiny cardamom will be sold as a result of this special offer.…
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How to Check Turmeric Adulteration at Home, as per FSSAI
Adulteration of natural food products is one of the major challenges in today’s world. It becomes very difficult to find out whether the fresh, green vegetables that you just bought from the market are adulterated or not as the difference between real and adulterated blurs.…
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How to Grow World's Most Expensive Spice - Saffron
The fiber in the pollinated part of the flower of the plant Crocus sativus is used as a spice called saffron…
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Turmeric Side Effects: Health Risks
Turmeric is a tall plant native to Asia and Central America that is also known as Indian saffron or the golden spice.…
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Cumin was Believed to be a Gift of Faithfulness - More Interesting Facts Inside
Cumin or Jeera the second most popular spice is an ancient herb. The seeds of this plant are used to add a very special flavor to Indian dishes.…
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7 Exotic Indian Spices For Your Kitchen
The article talks of spices that are native to different states and are globally popular.…
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The Most Common Indian Spices and their Incredible Health Benefits
Have you ever wondered why Indian Cuisines is so different from other Cuisines? And why each cuisine has its own unique taste and flavor? This is because, each area including India have different food, environment staples, produce and culture, which have a marked effect on…
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Spices Market currently bearish – What should Traders and Farmers do?
The trend in spices has been sideways to lower since beginning of this month and the mandi traders are mostly seen negotiating the deals as per the short-term requirements only. Jeera at Unjha and Jodhpur has dropped by Rs.400-500 per quintal over a month’s period.…
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Jeera Loses Flavor as Covid-19 Second Wave Hits its Price
Jeera prices are going down due to Covid-19 second wave, although its arrivals are high in the market.…
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Kerala Spices Traders Worried Due to Second Covid-19 Wave
Spices trade concerned about the rising Covid-19 cases and possible lockdown.…
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UNDP India signs MoU with Spices Board India to develop blockchain powered traceability system for Indian Spices
UNDP India’s Accelerator Lab and Spices Board India under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the aim to build a blockchain based traceability interface for Indian spices to enhance transparency in trading.…
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Turmeric Outlook for This Season: Advise for Traders and Farmers
Turmeric prices in recent weeks have undergone a decent correction. Sharp appreciation in price levels during the last week of February prompted traders and retail investors to book profit from their purchased positions. Sentiments are soft after the Central government clarified that a turmeric board…
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