Kandhamal Haldi earns Geographical indication (GI) tag

Kandhamal Haldi a variety of turmeric indigenous to southern Odisha earns Geographical indication (GI) tag. Kandamal Haldi Kandhamal in Odisha’s southern hinterland is famous for its turmeric cultivation, a spice that enjoys its pride of place in an array of cuisines. Kandhamal Haldi has more oleoresin and volatile oil contents compared to other turmeric varieties. Kandhamal ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2019

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Topics: Geographical indication • Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection Act) 1999 • GI tag • Kandhamal • Kandhamal Haldi • Ministry of commerce & industries • Odisha

Odisha’s Kandhamal Haldi to get GI tag

Odisha’s Kandhamal Haldi (turmeric) will soon get Geographical Indications (GI) tag. It is a few steps away from receiving this tag. Its registration was moved by Kandhamal Apex Spices Association for Marketing and was accepted under sub-section (1) of Section 13 of Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999. Kandhamal Haldi is famous ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2018

Topics: GI tag • Kandhamal Haldi • Medicinal plants • Medicinal Properties • Odisha • States • Turmeric