Khammam district is the largest producer of Teja variety of red chilli, is the leading exporter of the pungent fruit
It is known for its culinary purpose as a flavouring agent. It is used as a main ingredient in making pepper spray and a natural chilli extract Oleoresin
The paste extracted from the pungent fruit is also in demand for its use as a protective layer beneath ships in some of the Asian countries
Teja variety of red chilli is being exported to China, Bangladesh and a few other south Asian countries