Agriculture & Spice Plantations

Initiatives and Promotion:

• Government Focus: The Department of Horticulture and Agriculture in Nagaland is actively promoting spice cultivation through various schemes and technological interventions.
• Area Expansion: Special emphasis is placed on expanding the area under cultivation for high-value spices like Naga King Chili and cardamom.32
• Post-Harvest Management and Processing: Efforts are being made to improve post-harvest handling, value addition (e.g., dried chili, pickled products, spice powders), and market linkages.33
• Research and Development: Agricultural universities (like Nagaland University School of Agricultural Sciences) and Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) are involved in research to improve spice varieties, cultivation techniques, and pest management.
• Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan (VKSA): This nationwide agricultural initiative is expanding its footprint in Nagaland, aiming to disseminate improved agricultural technologies, including spice production and processing, to farmers.34
• GI Tagging: The GI tag for Naga King Chili has boosted its market value and recognition, supporting local farmers.