Assam: Soon, a dehumidifier test that will boost turmeric market
(WorldNews India)

GUWAHATI: A dehumidifier-based dehydration technology will soon be tested for the first time in the northeast, in an effort to take Assam turmeric to global markets. Guwahati-based Horticultural Research Station (HRS) under the Assam Agricultural University will conduct the experiment. The introduction of technology to process raw turmeric is aimed at fulfilling the quality needs of the global spice markets. India is the largest producer and consumer of raw turmeric, accounting for more than 78% of global production....