Through ‘Aroma Mission,’ Tamil Nadu government plans to bring an additional 30,000 hectares under cultivation of aromatic crops so that an additional 700 tonnes of essential oil can be produced for use in perfumery, cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries. Use of these oils in value addition and herbal products would generate a business of at least 200 crore rupees, it is envisaged.
Upper Palani Hills where hill garlic is commercially cultivated, is found ideal for raising aromatic crops. Horticultural Research Station, Kodaikanal, has developed technological interventions to promote improved varieties in aromatic crops.
