6 foods that got Geographical Indications (GI) tag in 2022

Every region is known for its traditional and regional food items, and Geographical Indications also known as GI tags, are signs that celebrate the specific geographical origin and possess qualities and characteristics that are essentially attributable to that place of origin. Here’s a list of food items that received GI labelling by the government in the year 2022. (Image: istock)

Also known as Kodungalloor Pottuvellari, it is cultivated in Kodungalloor and parts of Ernakul in Kerala. It is often consumed in the form of juice and is a rich source of vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, fiber, and healthy fat. (Image: istock)

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Also known as Chak-Ho, the Manipur black rice was facilitated by the Department of Agriculture, Government of Manipur, and the North Eastern Regional Agricultural Marketing Corporation Limited (NERAMAC), the GI tag in the month of April. Chak-Hao, a scented glutinous rice that has been in cultivation in Manipur for centuries, is characterised by its special aroma. It is normally eaten during community feasts and is served as Chak-Hao kheer. (Image: istock)

It is cultivated in the Attappady region of Palakkad, and is curved like a goat’s horn. As per experts, it is higher in anthocyanin content compared to other beans. (Image: istock)

Attappady Thuvara, of Kerala, refers to red gram seeds with a white coat. Attappady Thuvara seeds are bigger and have a higher seed weight. Rich in protein, carbs, fibre, and calcium, it is used as a vegetable and dal. (Image: istock)

Kaji Nemu of Assam got the GI tag in 2022. It is full of nutrients, which include increasing vitamin C levels, decreasing blood cholesterol, boosting liver function, and boosting metabolism.

In the month of June, saffron from Kashmir, received GI tagging. Kashmiri saffron is grown at an altitude of 1,600 m to 1,800 m above mean sea level, which adds to its uniqueness and differentiates it from other saffron varieties available across the world. (Image: istock)

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