As a component of diversification of the crop sector, the Ministry of Agriculture through the National Agriculture Research and Extension Institute (NAREI) has been specifically focusing on increasing production of some of the traditional agriculture crops, as well as trying as far as possible to reduce the importation of crops which can be grown locally. The cultivation of spices is one aspect of diversification, and the ministry has especially targeted the hinterland communities in this regard.
Commodities like turmeric, ginger, and black pepper have been identified for cultivation in communities in Regions One, Seven, and Eight, but at present, the initial focus is on Region One. (GINA photo)
