Turmeric powder is a bright yellow powder made by dry milling of mature turmeric rhizomes (underground stems). The use of turmeric also known as ‘golden spice of life’ for coloring and flavoring food, for cosmetic purposes and for medicinal properties dates back to the ancient verdict culture of India. This spice has almost no calories and zero cholesterol. It is rich in dietary fiber, iron, potassium, magnesium and vitamin B6
Nigeria is the fourth largest producer of turmeric with about 3% of the global annual production. TAAJ AGRO realized this spice receives less attention from Nigerian farmers, despite having huge potentials for local industries and export, hence decided to go into processing the powder.
According to experts, Nigeria can take the lead in turmeric production if her farmers properly understand the techniques for increased yield and processing. This is the secret of TAAJ AGRO turmeric spice.