Farming Turmeric

Turmeric is so rich in color, benefits, and history. The agricultural benefits of farming and cultivating turmeric are at an all time high with all the various uses of this specific spice and should continue to be shared throughout the world. Since Turmeric has been around for centuries, the farming process of this spice has multiplied tremendously and has improved dramatically, just as the popularity and research of the turmeric root has flourished. Turmeric can be ingested, it can be used for coloring, it can be applied topically, it can be brewed, capsuled, and farmed. Originating from India, its cultural use in religion, in folklore tales, and in rituals is of high demand. The health industry has been newly introduced to the health benefits of this golden root and is becoming highly involved in the holistic health community as well. It has even gone as far as the beauty industry, being involved in many skin care products and organic masks, regimens, etc. Although there are man...

Not many are aware of the specific laws placed in the agriculture world when it comes to farming, cultivating, and growing crops or spices. Recently I was introduced to the agricultural term of GMO crops and how the specific DNA and nature of some crops are being modified in order to meet the needs and demands of the growing population of the world. Sometimes by altering genetic sequences and organisms we can produce more product of something, that looks better, tastes better, or even smells better. It is no surprise that turmeric, the natural golden spice, is another target of GMO crops in some areas. Because of certain circumstances involving lead poisoning in the US, the FDA and many other institution's and acts in India have been created and are involved in actively searching and checking transported turmeric before being placed in market to check lead levels. Although there is not a set number in place for maximum levels of lead found, the allowable level is 2.5ppm and there a...