Ginger & Turmeric
Ginger & Turmeric
Key Requirements
| Land | Low |
| Labor | Medium to High |
| Capital | High |
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Markets
- Direct to Consumer
- Farmer's Markets
- On-Farm Stands
- CSA
- Restaurants
Pests & Disease
Soil-born and seed-borne diseases can devastate ginger and turmeric production. The crops are susceptible to bacterial wilt, bacterial soft rot, and Pythium. Many soil-borne diseases can be avoided by purchasing tissue cultured, disease-free stock.
$300
Cost per 100 ft row
Costs and returns are presented as estimates. They will vary based on your farm and markets.
$300
Returns per 100 ft row
Costs and returns are presented as estimates. They will vary based on your farm and markets.
Challenges
- The largest expense is the cost of establishing and maintaining the high tunnel for ginger and turmeric production.
- While both ginger and turmeric have received attention in the health and wellness market, producers need to understand the potential ramifications of marking health claims when selling fresh produce.
- For the fresh market, ginger and turmeric are examples of niche crops where local markets could become easily saturated by overproduction.
Opportunities
- Consumer interest in using fresh spices have increased over the years.
- Can be harvested at varying maturities.