Spice Development Agency formed in Erode by the Union Commerce Ministry to promote turmeric processing and export has started functioning. A Deputy Director has been posted for it.

The SDA covering the entire State will also promote processing and export of chilli, pepper, small cardamom, tamarind, clove, nutmeg and coriander. Headed by the Chief Secretary, the SDA consist of members representing the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, State Government, Ministry of Agriculture, Spices Board, ICAR and other related Central and State organisations besides industry stake-holders.

source: http://www.thehindu.com / The Hindu / Home> National> Tamil Nadu / by R. KrishnaMoorthy / Erode – November 04th, 2015