Growing tumeric, your golden spice of living

Turmeric powder and roots

Choosing to grow a high-value but less cultivated crop in Kenya like turmeric makes it a profitable venture for farmers. Known as the golden spice of life, turmeric is slowly spreading its roots in Kenya, mainly due to its health benefits.

Medical News Today says curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, has powerful biological properties that can manage chronic pain and inflammation. According to Henry Kimani, a farmer from Tigoni, Kiambu, turmeric is a major rhizomatous spice originating from India. It is used as a condiment, dye and medicine. He shares tips on growing it.