Dr B Thomas (Special correspondent)
Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai has asked the officials to prepare a feasibility report on producing medicinal and cosmetic oils from chillies.
The issue came up for discussion at the meeting chaired by Bommai to review the implementation of Budget programmes for the year 2022-23 related to the Horticulture department.
Highlights of the meeting:
* Seeking suggestions from traders on setting up a Research Centre to check the quality of Pepper and other spices in Byadgi.
* Seeking consultancy from IISc experts on adopting new technology and equipment in Horticulture.
* Improve market facilities for Kodagu and Jamboti honey.
* Handover the land identified for Atal Bihari Vajpayee park at Yelahanka in Bengaluru to the Horticulture department.
