<h1>Spices Exports Hit Record High in 2016-17; Spices Board Boosts Support for Farmers and Quality Standards.</h1> The country's spices exports reached a record high in 2016-17, with 947,790 tons valued at Rs. 17,665 crore. Despite no fixed government targets due to varying factors like climate and demand, the Spices Board actively supports farmers through the Export Oriented Production and Promotion Scheme. This includes aid for cardamom cultivators, infrastructure development in Spice Parks, technology upgrades, quality evaluation labs, and training in Good Agricultural Practices. These initiatives aim to enhance production and ensure quality standards for international markets, as reported by the Commerce and Industry Minister in the Lok Sabha.