Govt awards GI tag to Mithila Makhana to boost farmers’ income

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Category : State Published on: August 23 2022

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The Central government has awarded Geographical Indication (GI) tag to Mithila Makhana.
With this move, growers will get the maximum price for their premium produce.
Over five lakh farmers of Mithila region of Bihar will be benefitted from this decision.
This tag is valid for a period of 10 years following which it can be renewed.
The other benefits of GI registration include legal protection to that item, prevention against unauthorised use by others, and promoting exports.

Govt awards GI tag to Mithila Makhana to boost farmers’ income