Cumin is a flowering plant in the family Apiaceae, native from the east Mediterranean to India. Cumin is a seed spice well known for its medicinal properties in India and many other Asian countries. Cumin is grown mainly in hot climatic conditions. India is the largest producer and consumer of Cumin in the world. Indian output is currently estimated to be around 200,000 ton per year. Gujarat and Rajasthan are the major production centres of this spice in the country. In India, Cumin is sown in October-November and harvested in February. Fresh crop generally reaches the market during March. Cumin has mainly available in two types â?? black and white.
