herb and spice
Herb and spice production part 6: Flavour your skills
Skills development within the herbs and spice industries are not only needed, but the industry also provides a well-needed chance for skills development. Through training and upskilling, growers can obtain an income, improve their product, and even create multiple streams of income through processing, marketing, and distributing the products.[...]
Herb and spice production part 5: Challenges facing the spice industry
Herb and spice production may offer smallholders the opportunity to expand their production or boost their income. But this doesn’t mean there are no challenges. Just like any farming venture, it is important to consider difficult factors within the industry at large. Some of the issues the industry faces[...]
Herb and spice production part 4
The spice and herb market is an assortment of a few high-level spice distributors and many medium to low level producers. Although growers are faced with many challenges, the overall market has shown great promise over recent years. It is important that growers and role players in the distribution[...]
Herb and spice production part 3: Value and use
Herbs and spices have multiple uses, adding to their value. You may only consider culinary uses, but there are other functions that make herbs and spices valuable. This may include medicinal, beauty, and nutritional functions. One of the reasons why herb and spice production is such a good[...]
Herb and spice production in Africa Part 2: Why Africa is the place to grow
Herbs and spices are important commodities for different reasons. Not only do they serve as an important source of income for farmers, but they are important substances for use in foods and medicines. Therefore, farming with herbs or spices can be an excellent investment for African growers. Herbs are[...]