Agriculture & Spice Plantations

Way Forward

• Value addition through food processing and branding (e.g., organic spice powders)
• Agro-tourism promotion to supplement farmer income
• Digital marketplaces for farm products
• Spice gardens and herbal parks to attract tourists and students

Agriculture and spice cultivation in Uttarakhand represent the synergy of tradition, biodiversity, and sustainability. From aromatic turmeric fields in the Garhwal hills to flourishing ginger farms in Kumaon, the state has immense potential for organic branding, farm tourism, and export-oriented spice production. With proper support, Uttarakhand’s agriculture can lead the way in eco-friendly development and rural empowerment.