Domestic strengths for exporting turmeric are given below: z India is a largest producer of turmeric in the world. z India has bred improved and high yielding cultivars of turmeric z India is in dominant position as far as production; trade etc. of turmeric is concerned. z There is a strong research support for cultivation of turmeric on scientific lines, as Indian Institute of Spices Research is located in Callicut and also State Agricultural Universities in various states. z More than 80% of turmeric is cultivated in Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu states. z APEDA has sanctioned an Agri Export Zone for turmeric in Orissa state to enhance export of turmeric from the state