Ethiopia's Coffee and Tea Authority is pioneering an initiative to elevate the spice industry by drafting a proclamation aimed at boosting its growth. Recognizing the sector's potential for generating significant foreign currency and fostering socioeconomic development, the government is stepping in to monitor and support spice development and marketing. Despite Ethiopia's favorable agro ecological conditions for spice production, challenges such as lack of expertise, quality control issues, and inadequate regulation have impeded progress. Efforts are underway to diversify spice exports and improve their quality, with stakeholders expressing strong demand in international markets. To address governance challenges within the spice supply chain, the government is drafting a comprehensive legislation, the "Spices Quality and Marketing Proclamation," to regulate various aspects including marketing, quality control, logistics, and exports.
