Day 36
Agriculture & FoodSkim2025-04-15
GI Tags for Kumbakonam Betel Leaf and Puliyankudi Lime
What Happened
The Geographical Indications Registry granted GI tags to Kumbakonam Vetrilai (betel leaf) from Thanjavur and Puliyankudi Lime from Tenkasi on April 15, 2025. These horticultural products from Tamil Nadu are recognized for their unique traits, including the leaf's pungency and the lime's high Vitamin C content.
Why It Matters
These tags provide legal protection and global branding for indigenous agriculture, preventing unauthorized use while boosting rural income and export potential.
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