Vol. 12, Issue 6 (2023)

Author(s):
Arpana Nagula, Dr. D Srinivasa Reddy, Dr. P Radhika, Dr. A Meena and Dr. D Dinesh

Abstract:
Turmeric is a popular commercial spice crop in India. It is used as a spice, flavour, and colouring agent, as well as a primary ingredient in Indian cuisine as curry powder. India is the world's top producer, consumer, and exporter of turmeric. The current study was conducted in the Warangal rural district of Telangana. Warangal is one of the top producers of turmeric, with an area of 6676 hectares and a production of 333382 MT. Understanding the socioeconomic characteristics of different stakeholders in the turmeric value chain helps in the development of suitable initiatives, laws and regulations, and strategies to address their specific needs and challenges. It promotes the development of sustainable as well as equitable turmeric farming and trade practises that benefit all value chain participants.