World Spice Congress’ 14th Edition to Be Held In Mumbai

World Spice Congress’ 14th Edition to Be Held In Mumbai

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Category : National Published on: January 13 2023

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  • The 14th edition of the World Spice Congress (WSC), is to be held in Mumbai from 16-18 February 2023.
  • India is known as the ‘Spice Bowl’ of the world.
  • The theme of the World Spice Congress is VISION 2030: S-P-I-C-E-S (Sustainability, Productivity, Innovation, Collaboration, Excellence and Safety).
  • Andhra Pradesh’s Guntur is referred to as world’s biggest chilli market, J&K is home to the world’s most expensive spice (saffron), Delhi’s Khari Baoli is Asia’s largest spice market and the Northeast’s Naga chilli is one of the world’s hottest chillies. Maharashtra is a one of the leading states producing spices.
  • As of February 2022, a total of 26 Indian spices have received GI tag. These include Coorg Green Cardamom, Mizo Ginger, Kanniyakumari Cloves, Malabar Pepper, Harmal Chilli, among several others.
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