INDIA'S Spices Board intends to launch a training scheme for unemployed 18 to 30 year-olds to produce 100 agricultural resource experts that will impart key technical advice to local growers. The scheme will cover good agricultural practices for all major exportable spices such as vanilla, cardamom, chilli, pepper, ginger, turmeric and herbs. There will be practical training on producing quality planting materials, organic and conventional inputs, integrated pest management, post-harvest handling, storage and processing.... Read More