Lakadong turmeric of Meghalaya received a ₹175.45-crore Central mission to develop its GI-certified produce into a globally competitive brand. The mission aims to expand cultivation from 2,500 ha to 7,000 ha and increase exports to markets such as the US, EU, Japan, and Gulf countries.
By 2030, the mission targets annual production of 49,400 metric tonnes, doubling farmers’ income, with women accounting for 99% of processing and institutional activities.
APSC Relevance: Agriculture; Economy.
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