Innovative storage solution to empower the guardians of Sri Lanka’s black pepper legacy to thrive and prosper

Abstract

Black pepper, also known as the “King of Spices,” is the most widely used spice in the world. Sri Lanka, a leading producer, ranks fifth in proximity to pepper farming and seventh in manufacturing [1]. The Sri Lankan pepper is well-known for its exceptional qualities, such as its high Piperine content. Sri Lanka presently contributes for 60% of exports, with India purchasing 62% of these goods [2]. The top 10 nations, which include Germany, Pakistan, Egypt, the United States, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, Vietnam, Saudi Arabia, and Spain, account for 91% of global pepper exports.