Turmeric prices to Increase

Indian turmeric is one of the best quality in the world due to its high curcumin content. In India, turmeric is grown as a kharif crop with planting beginning from May and extending up to August, while arrivals start from February. The crop is ready for harvest in approximately 7-9 months. India is the largest producer, consumer and exporter of turmeric in the world. The world production of turmeric stands at around 8, 00,000 tonne annually of which India holds a share of approximately 75 per cent (6,00,000 tonne).