Capsicum ( Capsicum annuum L. var. grossumSendt) commonly known as sweet pepper / bell pepper or Shimla mirch, is a member of the family Solanaceae. This crop is gaining popularity among farmers due to its quick and high returns. Capsicum is one of the leading vegetables grown in green houses. This is due to the high demand of Capsicum for making fast food dishes in hotels and modern restaurants. It is having greater value in 3 Star and 5 Star hotels for variety of food preparations . It is considered as a luxury vegetable as it is being used for the preparation of variety of Pizzas throughout the globe. It is rich in Vitamin A, Vitamin C (283 mg) and minerals like Calcium (13.4 mg), Magnesium (14.9 mg), Phosphorus (28.3 mg), Potassium (263.7 mg) per 100gm fresh weight. Moreover, it is used for extraction of natural colours and preparing oleoresins and oils. Hence, Capsicum trade has become a profitable business for global trade in recent years. There is high demand...
