Spices

Red chilli

When Christopher Columbus and his crew reached the Caribbean, they were the first Europeans to encounter Capsicum fruits. They called them "peppers" because, like black pepper (Piper nigrum), which had long been known in Europe, they have a hot spicy taste unlike other foods. Chilies were first brought back to Europe by the Spanish, who financed Columbus's voyages, at the start of the large-scale interchange of plants and culture between the New World and the Old World called the Columbian exchange. Chilies appear in Spanish records by 1493. Unlike Piper vines, which grow naturally only in the tropics, chilies could be grown in temperate climates. By the mid-1500s, they had become a common garden plant in Spain and were incorporated into numerous dishes. By 1526, they had appeared in Italy, in 1543 in Germany, and by 1569 in the Balkans, where they came to be processed into paprika.

Green Chilli

Green chilies are a key spice crop in India and are used in many cuisines. They are hollow and the hottest part is the pith & seeds. Green chilies have a different flavor than other colored chilies and are less spicy than red chilies. They are also known as Capsicum spp. and are used in the preparation of many palatable items. Green chilies are rich in vitamins and minerals and have many health benefits. They can help with weight loss, improve eyesight, enhance skin health, elevate mood, and prevent sickness. MP is a state in India that is known for its chili production. The State has one of the largest chili mandis in India. In recent years, the area under chili cultivation and the production volume in MP have nearly doubled. Green chilies from Khandwa are rich in color and are often used in dishes that need a lot of heat. 

Ginger

Ginger originated from Maritime Southeast Asia. They cultivated other gingers including turmeric (Curcuma longa), white turmeric (Curcuma zedoaria), and bitter ginger (Zingiber zerumbet). The rhizomes and the leaves were used to flavour food or eaten directly. The leaves were also used to weave mats. Aside from these uses, ginger had religious significance among Austronesians, being used in rituals for healing and for asking protection from spirits. It was also used in the blessing of Austronesian ships.

They introduced it to the Pacific Islands in prehistory, long before any contact with other civilizations. Reflexes of the Proto-Malayo-Polynesian word laqia are found in Austronesian languages all the way to Hawaii.

From India, it was carried by traders into the Middle East and the Mediterranean by around the 1st century CE. 

Ginger has been used in traditional medicine in China, India and Japan for centuries, and as a dietary supplement. 

Garlic

Garlic is a member of the Allium family, which also includes onions, shallots and leeks. A garlic bulb typically contains 10–20 cloves. Garlic from Madhya Pradesh is known for its high yield, pungent flavor, and medicinal properties, Garlic from M.P. is known for its high yield, pungent flavor and medicinal properties :

Riyawan garlic : This variety is grown in known for its robust flavor, high oil content, and ability to be stored for a long time. In March 2024. Other varieties of garlic grown in M.P. include Yamuna Safed-3, Yamuna Safed-4, Yamuna Safed-5 & Agrifound Parvati-2.

Fresh garlic: A-grade fresh garlic is available in 35 mm and 50 kg packaging. Fresh white garlic is also available in organic and non-organic varieties.

Peeled garlic: Fresh peeled garlic is available at various prices.

Dehydrated garlic: A-grade dehydrated garlic is available. Dehydrated garlic minced is also available in organic and non-organic varieties.