GI Tag Recognition for Lakadong Turmeric in Meghalaya

Meghalaya's Lakadong turmeric, known for its high curcumin content, has been granted the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) Tag in March 2024

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Lakadong turmeric is a traditional crop grown by tribal groups for generations as an integral part of their traditional farming systems.

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Cultural Knowledge Preservation

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Quality Standards

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Cultural value

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Market Value

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Economic Benefits

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Medicinal Use

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GI Tag Recognition for Lakadong Turmeric in Meghalaya

Meghalaya's Lakadong turmeric, known for its high curcumin content, has been granted the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) Tag in March 2024

Lakadong turmeric is a traditional crop grown by tribal groups for generations as an integral part of their traditional farming systems.

History

Cultural Knowledge Preservation

By recognizing Lakadong Turmeric's unique qualities & traditional farming, GI helps to preserve its cultural heritage.

Quality Standards

The GI tag recognizes Lakadong turmeric as it meets its strict criteria for flavor, aroma, color, and medicinal characteristics.

Cultural value

Lakadong Turmeric is culturally significant in local customs, cuisine, and festivals being a vital component in the traditional dishes.

Market Value

The Lakadong cultivar has high commercial value due to its high curcumin content of 7-12% compared to 2-3% in other cultivars.

Economic Benefits

The GI status boosts market value & demand for Lakadong Turmeric, providing local farmers with a competitive edge & economic benefits

Medicinal Use

Curcumin has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anticancer, hypolipidemic & immune enhancer properties against serious viral illnesses

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