Odisha's Koraput Kalajeera rice gets GI tag status

Odisha's Koraput Kalajeera rice gets GI tag status

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Category : State Published on: September 11 2023

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Koraput district of Odisha has successfully achieved the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) status for its famous rice variety 'Koraput Kalajeera Rice', often called the 'Prince of Rice'.
This aromatic rice variety has been cultivated by tribal farmers of Koraput district for generations and is prized for its nutritional value.
Koraput Kalajeera rice is distinguished by its black colour, exceptional aroma, pleasing taste and pleasing texture. Its appearance is often compared to coriander seeds.
Apart from its culinary appeal, this rice is associated with various health benefits, including memory enhancement, diabetes control, increasing hemoglobin levels, and improved metabolism, as suggested in ancient texts.
This fragrant rice is known for its medicinal properties, which include antispasmodic, carminative, carminative, antibacterial, astringent, and sedative.

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