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Palghar's famous ‘Vada Kolam’ rice gets GI tag

Category : State
Published on: October 04 2021 Share on facebook

·       A variety of rice widely grown in Wada in the Palghar district of Maharashtra has been given the Geographical Indication tag.

·       'Vada Kolam', also known as Zini or Jhini rice, is a traditional variety grown in the Wada tehsil of Palghar, with white-colored grains.

·       Vada Kolam has been grown in Palghar for years. It is gluten-free.

·       It is known for its small grain, aroma, and taste, and for being mild to digest.

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