About the National Turmeric Board:
What it is: A dedicated body established to promote turmeric cultivation, research, and exports.
Headquarters: Nizamabad, Telangana.
Ministry: Operates under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
Aim: To enhance turmeric production, support farmers, and boost global exports.
Headed by: Shri Palle Ganga Reddy as its first Chairperson.
About Turmeric:
Top exporting nations in the world:
India (Leading with 67% of global exports in 2023), Myanmar, Fiji, Indonesia, Vietnam
Top importing nations in the world:
USA (The largest importer, with its share of 18.98% in 2023)
India: Imports significant quantities of turmeric (especially dry) for domestic use.
EU Countries: Key importers include the Netherlands and Germany.
Top producing states in India:
Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Meghalaya (notable for Lakadong turmeric, high in curcumin content).
India’s turmeric imports:
Major sources: Vietnam, Indonesia, and Myanmar.
Imports are primarily in the dry turmeric form for value addition and domestic consumption.
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