Buyer-Seller Meet For Spices Organized By Spice Board Held At D.K State Convention Hall, Itanagar

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ITANAGAR, Jan 23: Cultivating spices can become a substantial income-generating endeavour if pursued with dedication, stated Commerce and Industry Minister Nyato Dukam while addressing the Buyer-Seller Meet for Spices at the D.K Convention Hall, Itanagar, today.

The event was organized by the Spice Board, Itanagar, under the aegis of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India.

The meet witnessed the participation of over 80 sellers (farmers) from across Arunachal Pradesh and 10 buyers (firms) from different parts of India. Minister Dukam lauded the impressive turnout of sellers and urged them to take advantage of such opportunities while dedicating themselves to spice farming as a sustainable livelihood. He assured farmers of all possible assistance from the Spice Board and the state government, including subsidies, training, and market linkages.

While commending the enthusiasm of farmers, Minister Dukam also expressed concern over instances where some farmers focus solely on government subsidies rather than building a sustainable income source. He advised them to engage sincerely in their farming activities to realize the true potential of the state’s rich spice diversity.

Emphasising on the importance of platforms like the Buyer-Seller Meet in enabling farmers to understand market expectations, build networks, and adopt value-enhancing practices, the Minister urged all participating sellers to make the most of this platform.

“This event is a remarkable opportunity to forge fruitful collaborations, build long-term partnerships, and ensure mutual growth for all stakeholders,” he said.

Minister Dukam also praised the Spice Board, Itanagar, for organizing the meet and suggested adopting a hand-holding approach for local farmers. He recommended providing continuous farming guidance, value addition techniques, and ensuring market connectivity to strengthen the spice farming sector.

Earlier, in his inaugural address, Regional Spice Board Deputy Director Dr. D.M. Barman highlighted Arunachal Pradesh’s significant contribution to spice cultivation. He informed that the state is the second-largest cultivator of large cardamom in India, after Sikkim.

Dr. Barman also outlined the proactive steps taken by the Government of India and the Spice Board to support spice stakeholders in Arunachal Pradesh and the northeastern region. These include replanting and new planting schemes for large cardamom, nursery promotion schemes, and quality improvement training programs for various spices, etc.

The Buyer-Seller Meet served as a dynamic platform to connect Arunachal’s spice growers with buyers from across the country, paving the way for greater market access and enhanced economic opportunities for local farmers.

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