Vol. 8 No. 2
Spices scenario in the North Eastern States of India with special reference to production and marketing
Author(s): V. HNAMTE, R. CHATTERJEE, P. K. CHATTOPADHYAY AND A. PARIARI
Abstract: India is reckoned as \"Spice Bowl of the World\", for commanding a formidable position in the world spice trade. To compete with other spice growing countries in the world spice Market, propping up productivity and tapping of potentiality of non-conventional spice growing areas is gaining importance. North Eastern region harbours a rich flora on account of its varied topography, climate and altitudes and has great potential for the development of horticulture crops like spices. In this region, a huge quantity of good quality spices are produced, but most of the growers during peak season sell their produce at throw away prices in the local market or to the commission agent. The need of the hour is to promote public-private partnership so that the production technology of important spices is taken to every nook and corner of this region. There is need to improve infrastructure extension network, focused research in order to harness the potentiality of this region for quality spice production. It is suggested to form farmers\' organizations/co-operatives both at local level and at the regional level for better marketing of the produce.
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