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News18
7 days ago
- Business
- News18
Government pushes for turmeric exports through SPICED scheme
New Delhi [India], August 12 (ANI): India has stepped up efforts to boost turmeric exports through a government-backed initiative called the SPICED scheme, aimed at improving quality, expanding markets, and strengthening supply chains for the programme is being implemented by the Spices Board and was detailed by Minister of State for Commerce & Industry, Jitin Prasada, in a written reply in the Lok Sabha. Under the 'Sustainability in Spice Sector through Progressive, Innovative and Collaborative Interventions for Export Development" (SPICED) scheme, multiple measures have been rolled out to support turmeric farmers and exporters. These include food safety and quality certification, post-harvest quality upgrades, and training sessions to improve product standards and encourage entrepreneurship," as per a government release. The scheme also funds quality checks of export consignments to ensure they meet the requirements of importing countries, while facilitating domestic and international buyer-seller meets to connect farmers directly with global give further momentum to the sector, the government established the National Turmeric Board on October 4, 2023. The board's mandate includes promoting new turmeric-based products, increasing global awareness of turmeric's benefits, conducting market research, and improving infrastructure for export is also tasked with developing sustainable supply chains, ensuring quality compliance across the industry, and supporting growers in adding value to their board will also work on documenting traditional knowledge about turmeric, encourage clinical trials and research on its medicinal and wellness benefits, and address any other objectives deemed necessary for the spice's growth in international remains a major player in the global turmeric market, with key buyers including Bangladesh, UAE, USA, Malaysia, and Morocco. According to official data, India's turmeric exports have consistently reached these top five destinations over the last five years. State-wise figures show a steady contribution to export revenue from FY 2020-21 to FY 2024-25, reflecting both demand and government-backed improvements in the this push, the SPICED scheme and the National Turmeric Board aim to cement India's position as the world's leading turmeric exporter. (ANI)
Business Upturn
7 days ago
- Business
- Business Upturn
Government intensifies push for turmeric exports through SPICED scheme
By Aditya Bhagchandani Published on August 12, 2025, 16:25 IST The Government of India, through the Spices Board, is stepping up efforts to boost turmeric exports under its 'Sustainability in Spice Sector through Progressive, Innovative and Collaborative Interventions for Export Development' (SPICED) scheme. The initiative focuses on enhancing quality, expanding market reach, and strengthening linkages between farmers, processors, and global buyers. Key measures include implementing food safety and certification systems, upgrading post-harvest quality, supporting processing and value addition, and conducting training for turmeric stakeholders to improve quality and entrepreneurial skills. Export consignments are evaluated in laboratories to meet importing countries' specifications, and Buyer-Seller meets—both domestic and international—are being organised to create direct market access. To further unlock turmeric's potential, the government established the National Turmeric Board on October 4, 2023. Its objectives include promoting new product development, raising global awareness, conducting market research, improving export infrastructure, building sustainable supply chains, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and fostering research on turmeric's medicinal and wellness benefits. India continues to be the world's largest exporter of turmeric, accounting for 66% of global turmeric exports in 2024, valued at USD 333.25 million. Export volumes in 2024–25 stood at 176,325 metric tonnes, with Maharashtra leading state-wise exports at USD 155.35 million, followed by West Bengal, Kerala, Gujarat, and Tamil Nadu. The top five importers of Indian turmeric over the past five years have been Bangladesh, the UAE, the USA, Malaysia, and Morocco. According to the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, these combined interventions are designed to solidify India's dominance in global turmeric markets while ensuring long-term sustainability and value addition for farmers. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aditya Bhagchandani serves as the Senior Editor and Writer at Business Upturn, where he leads coverage across the Business, Finance, Corporate, and Stock Market segments. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to journalistic integrity, he not only contributes insightful articles but also oversees editorial direction for the reporting team.
Hans India
11-08-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Run held to raise awareness on rare genetic disorder
Hyderabad: Cure SMA Foundation of India, a parent-led non-profit organization, organized the 3rd edition of Run for SMA – 2025 at Gachibowli Stadium on Sunday. The run aims to raise awareness about Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)—a severe and rare genetic disorder that affects children's muscle strength and movement, often leading to respiratory failure if left undiagnosed and untreated. The run was flagged off by Special Chief Secretary to Govt of Telangana Jayesh Ranjan, along with Guests of Honours included, Bhavani Sri, Secretary, National Turmeric Board, Archana Suresh, Director, Telangana Social Impact Group. Dr. Radha Rama Devi, Senior Consultant, Pediatrician & Geneticist, Rainbow Children's Hospital, Mayur Patnala, Founder & Global CEO, Nirmaan Organization. The Run featured both timed and non-timed running categories 21K, 10K, 5K (timed), and a 5K non-timed run. It witnessed enthusiastic participation from approximately 2,500 runners, including students, corporate employees, medical professionals, and SMA families, all uniting to support a noble cause.
Hans India
10-08-2025
- Health
- Hans India
3rd Edition of Run for SMA held to Raise Awareness on Rare Genetic Disorder
Hyderabad: Cure SMA Foundation of India, a parent-led non-profit organization, organized the 3rd edition of Run for SMA – 2025 on Sunday at Gachibowli Stadium, Hyderabad. The run aims to raise awareness about Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)—a severe and rare genetic disorder that affects children's muscle strength and movement, often leading to respiratory failure if left undiagnosed and untreated. The run was flagged off by Special Chief Secretary to Govt of Telangana Jayesh Ranjan, along with Guests of Honours included, Bhavani Sri, Secretary, National Turmeric Board, Archana Suresh, Director, Telangana Social Impact Group. Dr. Radha Rama Devi, Senior Consultant, Pediatrician & Geneticist, Rainbow Children's Hospital, Mayur Patnala, Founder & Global CEO, Nirmaan Organization. The Run featured both timed and non-timed running categories 21K, 10K, 5K (timed), and a 5K non-timed run. It witnessed enthusiastic participation from approximately 2,500 runners, including students, corporate employees, medical professionals, and SMA families, all uniting to support a noble cause. For the first time, over 2000 Indian Coast Guard personnel all along the Indian Coast, Andaman and Nicobar and Lakshwadeep Islands from 42 CG Stations, 5 Air Stations and 4 Air Enclaves participated in the Run Virtually as a CG Veteran Initiative. Srilakshmi Nalam, Co-founder and Trustee of Cure SMA India, emphasized the importance of collaboration between medical professionals, research bodies, corporates, and the government to create a sustainable ecosystem for rare disease families in India. She noted that Run for SMA is part of the Global SMA Awareness Month, observed in August.
Hans India
30-06-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Turmeric farmers part of PM Modi's vision of $1 billion exports by 2030: Amit Shah
Hyderabad: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, after inaugurating the headquarters of the National Turmeric Board in Nizamabad on Sunday, said, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has fulfilled a 40-year-old demand of millions of turmeric farmers across the country, particularly in Telangana. Addressing a farmer's meeting where he had also unveiled the logo of the NTB, he said 'This promise made by the Prime Minister is now being realized. Nizamabad, known as the turmeric capital for decades and a location where farmers have cultivated turmeric for centuries, has not seen its product reach global markets until now.' However, with the formation of the National Turmeric Board, 'Turmeric from Nizamabad will be exported to many countries within the next 3-4 years,' he added. Amit Shah mentioned that once the NTB begins its operations, farmers will be free from the shackles of the middlemen. 'The Board will create a comprehensive chain for turmeric packaging, branding, marketing, and export.' Highlighting the medicinal properties of turmeric, Shah said, 'It is anti-viral, anti-cancer, and anti-inflammatory, and is recognized worldwide as a wonder drug. Consuming even a small amount can address multiple health issues simultaneously.' He also noted the beginning of production and marketing of GI-tagged organic turmeric.' Amit Shah said that the Centre has set a target of achieving one billion dollars in turmeric exports by 2030, 'with all necessary preparations already in place. The National Turmeric Board will ensure that farmers receive maximum value for their products, promote turmeric consumption in international markets, and publicise the medicinal benefits of Indian turmeric worldwide.' Additionally, the Board will ensure that the quality and safety standards of Indian turmeric meet global benchmarks, arrange for appropriate packaging, and provide training and skill development to farmers on effective harvesting techniques to prevent export-related obstacles. The Union Home Minister further added that research and development on the health benefits of turmeric will be conducted to showcase these advantages globally. He underscored that Nizamabad, Jagtial, Nirmal, and Kamareddy districts of the State are among the top turmeric-producing areas in the country. He recalled that in 2025, turmeric farmers received prices between Rs 18,000 to Rs 19,000 per quintal. Concerted efforts are underway to increase the price to an additional Rs 6,000 to Rs 7,000 per quintal over the next three years. In the 2023-24 season, turmeric was cultivated in 3,00,000 hectares in India, yielding 10.74 lakh tonnes. The Union Minister highlighted that Prime Minister Modi established National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL) to assist farmers engaged in exports and National Cooperative Organics Limited (NCIL) for those involved in organic farming. Shah noted that Modi has cultivated a culture of keeping promises, and the commitment made in 2023 to establish the National Trade Bureau (NTB) has been fulfilled.
