Description: Turmeric is the rhizome or underground stem of a ginger-like plant. It is usually ground, as a bright yellow, fine powder. The whole Turmeric is a tuberous rhizome, with a rough, segment skin. The rhizome is yellowish-brown with a dull range interior that looks bright yellow when powdered. Turmeric thrives in the tropics and sub tropics where it requires a hot, moist climate and a fairly light soil. It is propagated through division of the rhizome. India is the world’s largest producer of turmeric and accounts for nearly 90% of the world production. Andhra Pradesh produces 45% of the total Indian produce, while Tamil Nadu contributes 22%, Orissa 12%, and Karnataka 6%. The export quantity in 2006-2007 was 51,500 MTs.

Harvesting Season: December to March
Marketing Season: February to May

Uses: Since antiquity, turmeric has been used as a dye and a condiment. It is also used in the preparation of Liquors, medicines, cosmetics and toiletries. It is used as natural colorant. Turmeric is a mild digestive, being aromatic, a stimulant and a carminative. It finds use as an antiseptic. It is used to purify blood. It also helps in protecting the skin from water allergy. Turmeric is used in Ayurvedic medicine.