Turmeric: The Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is an important spice used conventionally as a natural food colorant and as an additive for imparting to food orange-yellow colour, flavor and aroma.As the turmeric crop is grown under purely organic conditions in the state, there is huge demand for organic produce which is at present mostly sold locally. Further, several growers also cater to the needs of small scale industries which specialize in processing into powder form the turmeric rhizome and marketing it commercially in small packets.In order to boost production of the crop, Department of Horticulture has also introduced the var. Lakardang from Meghalaya in the state. In addition to improved yield, the introduced variety also contains higher (7-9 %) curcumin content.Turmeric shows more resistant to pests and diseases and therefore this can be a better crop for organic cultivation. Turmeric yields upto 15 to 25 tonnes per ha.

BENEFITS 

• Boosts Immunity 
• Natural anti-inflammatory
• Powerful antioxidant
• Anti-cancer effects
• Blood pressure balance 
• Reduces Cholesterol 
• Anti Depressant 
• Liver Detoxification 
• Wound Healing 
• Digestive Aid