Promotion of Turmeric for the Food/Pharmaceutical Industry in Nigeria
J. O. Nwaekpe, H. N. Anyaegbunam, B. C. Okoye, G. N. Asumugha
Journal of Experimental Agriculture International · pp. 335–341 · Published 4 Jun 2015
10.9734/AJEA/2015/16517Abstract
This paper seeks to promote turmeric (Curcuma longa Linn) through increased awareness of the potentials of the crop in the food, cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries in Nigeria. Nigeria can take the lead in turmeric production but this potential has not been fully tapped as the techniques needed for its production have not been properly understood by the farmers which have led to low production. Increased production and processing of turmeric as highlighted in this paper, has the potential of making a significant impact on the economy. This is because it has diverse uses and it is highly valued at the international market. Turmeric is used as a spice and is the major component of curry powder. Besides its use as a spice, turmeric finds a place in the cosmetics industry for its brilliant yellow colour and characteristic perfume. It is also being used as a dye for colouring fabrics. It is medically used for the prevention and treatment of diverse kinds of diseases as also highlighted in the paper. It is thus recommended that there should be adequate awareness on the potentials of turmeric especially in the southern part of Nigeria where the Research Institute that has the mandate to research into the crop is located. There is also need to develop improved varieties of the turmeric to boost production. Farmers should be provided with inputs like fertilizers and other agro-chemicals at subsidized rates in order to increase their production.
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