The 14th edition of the World Spice Congress (WSC) held at Vashi in Navi Mumbai.
This event has been organized by the Spices Board India, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, in association with various trade bodies and export forums.
The theme of the WSC 2023 is VISION 2030: S-P-I-C-E-S (Sustainability, Productivity, Innovation, Collaboration, Excellence and Safety).
Regional spices potential
Black Pepper: Grown in Kerala, Karnataka, and other southern states.
Cardamom: Mainly produced in Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.
Turmeric: Cultivated in Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Odisha.
Chilli: Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana are known for chilli production.
Cumin: Grown in Rajasthan and Gujarat.
Coriander: Cultivated in states like Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh.