Current Affairs - Places - Discussion

The seminar on Sustainable Spice Value Chains was organised in Kochi, Kerala, by the Consulate General of the Netherlands and the World Spice Organisation. The event focused on enhancing sustainability in the spice industry while addressing European regulations related to food safety, quality standards, and traceability. India plays a significant role in the global spice market by exporting more than 250 varieties of spices and value-added products to over 180 countries. The seminar also reviewed the progress of the National Sustainable Spices Program (NSSP), which supports sustainable cultivation practices among thousands of farmers involved in producing spices such as chilli, turmeric, coriander, cumin, and pepper.