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Published on: October 04 2021
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· 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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