Kuttiyadi coconut from Kerala is seeking a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. It is mainly cultivated in the Kuttiyadi region of Kozhikode, Kerala. The variety is high-yielding and starts producing coconuts within five years of planting. The tree trunk is stronger than other coconut varieties and resists most pests and drought. The tree has a life expectancy of over 100 years. The fruit is larger and heavier, with a thicker kernel, producing more oil than other varieties. The GI tag will recognise its unique agricultural and economic value.
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