Kavach Turmeric: GI tag to turmeric grown in Kavach region.. What are the benefits?

Efforts are being made to achieve geographical identity of turmeric grown in Armor area of ​​Nizamabad district. A team of scientists conducted a field-level study for the geographical identification of the Armor Yellow. Farmers have been cultivating turmeric in the Aramuru region for many years. Turmeric is the main crop of this region. Apart from this, the turmeric grown here has many special qualities.

For GI tagging…

For GI tag of Armoru yellow variety, which is very special.. Scientists visited the farm with the help of NABARD. The team of scientists was led by Konda Lakshman of Telangana Horticultural University. Scientists B Mahendra, P Srinivas, DDM Praveen Kumar of NABARD went to the field for observation.

Collection of details..

Scientists have collected the necessary information to apply for GI tag for Armor Yellow. Details on climatic conditions, soil characteristics, history of Kavach turmeric cultivation, special characteristics, documentary evidence and other aspects were collected. Visited turmeric farms in the area. Farmers were asked about the varieties of turmeric cultivated.

What are the benefits..

Scientists say that if the turmeric here gets geographical recognition then exports will increase. It is being said that this type of marketing opportunities will increase and higher prices will be available. Scientists revealed that they will soon be conducting yellow DNA profiling and examining and studying the samples. Application for Geographical Identification should be made to the Intellectual Property Rights Center located in Chennai. Saidiya clarified that they will apply for GI tag for Armor Yellow within four months.