People often wonder how to grow turmeric in polyhouse, since it’s not very cold tolerant. But with the right greenhouse, you can grow the spicy herb indoors, even during winter. To give you an idea of what growing turmeric in polyhouse might be like.

Want to add diversity to your vegetable garden? Consider growing turmeric in your polyhouse instead of the usual crops. Turmeric, otherwise known as Curcuma longa, has been used in cooking and medicine since ancient times.

Organic turmeric cultivation           

Also known as Indian saffron, turmeric adds a distinct flavour and color to many curries and cheeses, while also acting as an anti-inflammatory agent and antioxidant. With little effort, you can grow turmeric in your polyhouse!

Here are 10 reasons why you should start Cultivating turmeric today-

Turmeric Production in poly house

1. Great Investment

Considering how well turmeric sells, growing it is an excellent idea if you have extra space for a small garden. Growing your own turmeric lets you harvest at your own pace.

Turmeric takes approximately 6 months to grow from planting to harvest. So if you don’t have immediate needs for your crop, it can be stored until you are ready to sell or use it. For storage, make sure to keep it in a dry place and store it in glass containers with airtight lids.

2. Higher Earnings                 

Home-grown turmeric absorbs more arsenic from contaminated soil than turmeric imported from elsewhere. Eating turmeric grown at home instead of buying turmeric from elsewhere is a good way to reduce your intake of arsenic, which can cause certain cancers and affect heart health.

The best time to harvest leaves from your plants is when they’re about 50 percent mature—two months after transplanting. Every 10 days or so will ensure you’ll have a consistent supply over several months.

Vertical turmeric farming 

3. Removes Arsenic From Soil

According to researchers, soil contaminated with arsenic is one of the main causes of many types of cancer. This is because when humans consume foods grown in arsenic-contaminated soil, they are exposed to extremely high levels of arsenic.

The best way to remove arsenic from the soil is by growing turmeric! Simply plant your turmeric root cuttings right next to your carrots, potatoes and other root vegetables.

They will be able to absorb most of those dangerous elements before they can poison you or your family members.

4. Easy Availability of Nursery Roots

Planting plants from a nursery is a very easy and convenient way to start a new crop. By purchasing plants from a specialist garden centre, you can save valuable time and effort, which can be spent on your other crops. It is much easier to transplant existing roots than it is to grow them from seed, so buying nursery plants will improve yields by leaps and bounds.

In addition, these plants are likely to have been well looked after at their nursery, meaning they have experienced minimum stress prior to transplantation into your polytunnel. This again leads to greater overall productivity.

Less Pest Damage: The use of a polytunnel will increase plant density in comparison with growing them outdoors, leading inevitably to greater quantities of aphids and harmful insects that attack brassicas or tomatoes for example. If left unchecked these pests will feast upon leaves until nothing remains but skeletons of leaves.

5.   Good For Cold Climates

Turmeric requires warm conditions, which means your plants will have a good chance of thriving if you live in a warm region. However, it can grow even in cold regions with adequate protection from frost and cold weather. In addition to that, turmeric’s growth is very rapid compared to other plants, so harvesting happens quickly. In just about 3 months you will have an abundant harvest of delicious turmeric ready for use!

Vertical turmeric farming cost

6. Can Be Harvested Twice a Year

As most gardeners know, the growing season is short. Planting a crop that can be harvested twice a year—and produces through summer and fall—can help extend your harvest window. It’s ideal for growers who are just starting out, or who have less time to spend tending to their garden.

With polyhouses, it’s easier than ever before to grow food all year long. The structure can withstand winter storms with proper support; there’s no need to tear everything down each autumn once temperatures drop below freezing. Once planted, crops will stay safe undercover until they’re ready to be harvested—without any additional work on your part.

7.   7. Success Rate Is Very High

According to many studies, Turmeric is a wonderful remedy for various ailments. In India, turmeric has been extensively used as a spice and natural medicine since ancient times.

The beneficial properties of turmeric include anti-inflammatory properties, antibacterial and antifungal effects. However, it is also recognized as a potential source of new bioactive compounds with high biological activity.

Growing Turmeric

8. Promotes Biopesticides Industry In India

Many countries are adopting biopesticides, especially India. India is also working to encourage farmers to use bio-pesticides for pest control instead of chemicals, which helps protect both their health and that of their communities. The government has already banned or restricted more than 300 pesticides that are found to be dangerous for humans and the environment.

About 25% of India’s population depends on farming as their source of income; it is not only crucial but necessary to preserve their health with biopesticides.

Using these natural pesticides allows people to save money since they do not have to invest in pesticide equipment. It also reduces environmental pollution because chemical pollutants affect soil fertility, microbial activity and water quality resulting in lower crop yields.

Biopesticides offer an alternate mode of production without causing pollution. Such substances are nature friendly and will play a significant role in organic farming activities. Bio-based botanicals can help reduce costs by eliminating many costly fertilizers currently used in conventional agriculture.

9. No Need For Green Thumb!

If you want to enjoy turmeric but aren’t a fan of gardening, there’s no need to fear! Growing turmeric is very easy. Just follow these simple steps. As turmeric grows well even in dry weather, your patch can even become a weed-free mulch for your outdoor crops.

Use turmeric leaves or stubble as compost on carrots and tomatoes for delicious organic fertilizers.

10.   Indian Turmeric use

Its use as a culinary spice and dye for clothing goes back 4,000 years. Curcumin has been used as herbal medicine to treat joint pains, stomach disorders, liver problems and even cancer. Scientific studies have also found that curcumin can help improve memory and prevent Alzheimer’s disease. It may also be beneficial for those who suffer from psoriasis and arthritis.