Category: Spices

Turmeric and honey are considered to be excellent antibiotics, as they do not cause any side effects. In fact, it is known to be the most potent natural antibiotic out there. It can treat cough, cold, skin diseases like eczema, acne, scars and other diseases caused by bacteria and pathogens. How do you take turmeric […]

Fresh turmeric should be peeled (as in image #1, far above) with a paring knife, vegetable peeler, or spoon (as you can do with ginger), and then prepared as desired. It’s easier to grate (shown in image #2) than ginger is, as it’s less fibrous. Is it necessary to peel turmeric root? Like ginger, it’s […]

Curcumin, the primary curcuminoid compound found in turmeric spice, has shown broad activity as an antimicrobial agent, limiting the replication of many different fungi, bacteria and viruses. Is turmeric anti infection? Turmeric (Curcuma longa) has been used for 4,000 years to treat a variety of conditions. Studies show that turmeric may help fight infections and […]

Turmeric is used in many Asian dishes. Especially in South Asian and Middle Eastern cooking – Indian and Nepali cuisines both use it in savory and sweet dishes, Indonesian cuisine includes it in soups and stir-fry dishes, and Persian cuisine uses it in stews and as a base in spice mixtures. What ethnic food uses […]

Turmeric can be grown outside year-round in USDA zones 8 and higher, in the ground or in containers. We like to grow ours in several wine barrels, which allows us to easily control the soil quality and moisture level. In zones 7 and lower, growing turmeric is still possible! Where is turmeric grown in us? […]

The average price for a tonne is US$ 5047.62 in New York and Washington. US’ import price for turmeric in 2019 was US$3.43 per kg. What is the price of 1 kg turmeric? The price of 100% Turmeric Powder products is between ₹7 – ₹80,000 per Kg.Saai Anandhaa Exports. All India – ₹140/Kg Delhi – […]

Turmeric is an important cash crop that is mostly grown for the anticipated profits it brings backed by a sentiment. It is considered a good omen crop which despite the high cost of production encourages farmers to cultivate on the smallest patch of land available. How profitable is turmeric farming? Turmeric farming profit in India: […]

Turmeric is basically dried rhizome and is also known as the “country cousin” of ginger. It is popularly called the “Indian saffron”- not only because of its common usage, but also because of its rich and vibrant curcumin content, which lends it a distinctive yellow colour. Is saffron and turmeric the same thing? Turmeric (Curcuma […]

Turmeric is also used in Indian traditional medicine systems. It contains the flavonoid curcumin, known for its anti-inflammatory properties. It detoxifies the liver, fights allergies, stimulates digestion and boosts immunity. How do Indians take turmeric? The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric, which are mainly due to the active ingredient curcumin, can be attained by […]

Although the turmeric plant is widely known for its edible roots, all parts of the plant including the leaves and flowers can be consumed. What are the health benefits of turmeric leaves? Boosts Digestion Crushed turmeric or haldi leaves can help boost digestion and reduce problems of gas and bloating. Curcumin is said to trigger […]

Top Turmeric Imports by Country United States: US$47.7 million (14.1% of total turmeric imports) Bangladesh: $43.5 million (12.8%) India: $31.2 million (9.2%) United Kingdom: $17.3 million (5.1%) Germany: $15.3 million (4.5%) Iran: $13.1 million (3.9%) United Arab Emirates: $11.9 million (3.5%) Which countries import turmeric? Turmeric ranks third in the total exports of spices from […]

While you can grow turmeric from grocery store-purchased roots, it can be difficult because these rhizomes may have been treated with a growth inhibitor to prevent them from sprouting in the store. How do you grow turmeric root at the grocery store? Plant each rhizome about two or three inches deep into the soil and […]

9 to 10 months. Rhizomes are harvested 9 to 10 months after planting, the lower leaves turning yellow or stems drying and falling over are indications of maturity. It is possible for the home gardener to just dig carefully at the side of a clump and remove rhizomes as needed rather than harvesting the whole […]

bitter. Flavor-wise, it is overwhelmingly earthy and bitter, almost musky, with a bit of peppery spice. That deep, kind of implacable flavor in most curry powders? Yep: That’s turmeric. What foods taste best with turmeric? Rice, quinoa, bulgur and couscous all mingle well with turmeric. Popular rice pilafs like this Texas Spanish Rice get their […]

Various Names of Turmeric/Curcumin in Different Languages. Turmeric is a product of Curcuma longa, a rhizomatous herbaceous perennial plant belonging to the ginger family Zingiberaceae, which is native to tropical South Asia. As many as 133 species of Curcuma have been identified worldwide (Table 13.2). Is turmeric plant a herb? If you’ve ever feasted on […]

You can make turmeric tea by steeping fresh or dried turmeric root in hot or cold water. The herbal tea with South Asian roots is golden in color, earthy in flavor, and now popular around the world. Is it good to boil turmeric and drink? Cooking turmeric for just a few minutes does not reduce […]

Turmeric is native to the monsoon forests of south east Asia. It is a perennial herb to 1m tall with underground rhizomes. It produces tall, very beautiful, white flower spikes, if clumps are left undisturbed for a year. The flower is so attractive that it is worth growing for this alone. Where does fresh turmeric […]