30/04/2026
59th HCT – Herbal Cultivation Training
(Conducted on every 2nd & 4th Saturday)
📞 For more details, contact TACED: 94431 59345
Address:
Saradha Shopping Complex,Simmakkal, Madurai – 625001
📧 Email: [email protected]
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Highlights of 59th HCT
The 59th Herbal Cultivation Training (HCT) was successfully conducted on 25th April 2026 (4th Saturday). Participants from agriculture and business backgrounds attended the program from regions including Dharmapuri, Dindigul, Usilampatti, and Melur.
The participants were provided with comprehensive insights, particularly on the urgent need for scientific production of medicinal plants, the alarming depletion of wild herbal resources, and the rapidly increasing market demand.
⭐ Key Focus
The training emphasized the critical shift from Herbal Collection to Herbal Production, highlighting its importance in today’s scenario.
👉 Strong Message (Enhanced):
“There is currently no proven agrotechnology that guarantees quality herbal production—those who master scientific production methods will emerge as pioneers in producing high-value medicinal plants, often valued more than gold.”
Participants were encouraged to:
• Focus on quality production with active principles matching wild sources
• Start cultivation on suitable land and expand systematically
• Develop production-oriented skills, rather than depend on conventional cultivation methods
Coverage
• Around 36 high-demand medicinal plants suitable for Tamil Nadu
• Complete guidance from Seed to Market
• Updated expectation of trade and industry
• Detailed insights on Do’s and Don’ts
Market Linkage Support
TACED expressed its readiness to facilitate formal linkages with buyers, especially drug manufacturing companies, ensuring regular demand for cultivated herbals.
With over 29 years of dedicated service (since 1997) in promoting the herbal sector, TACED continues to provide practical, field-based knowledge supported by its strong industry network.
Experts
• Mr. Chandrasekar, B.Sc (Agri) – Consultant with 40+ years of field experience
• Ms. Sivasri – Agriculture Graduate
• M.jeyakumar, Sr Consultant,TACED
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Upcoming Program
The 60th HCT is scheduled on 9th May 2026.
Interested farmers, entrepreneurs, and herbal dealers are requested to register in advance using the provided link.
https://forms.gle/7cPNRDKddcGpgLcW8