Kandhamal Turmeric
| Kandhamal Haladi | |
|---|---|
| Geographical indication | |
| [[File:.[1]|frameless|upright=1]] The GI Certificate of Kandhamal Haladi | |
| Alternative names | The Kandhamal Turmeric |
| Type | Turmeric from Kandhamal, Odisha |
| Area | Kandhamal, Odisha |
| Country | India |
| Material | Turmeric |
Kandhamal Haladi is a type of unique Turmeric grown in the Kandhamal district of Odisha, and widely known for its quality. Traditionally grown by the tribals of the district, the use of fertilisers and pesticides is negligible in the region making it one of the purest turmeric in the world. This variety of yellow spice is native to the southern part of Odisha, mostly to Kandhamal and peripheral regions. Considering the uniqueness of the spice, the government of India has conferred the GI tag for this variety of turmeric in the year 2019 with a persistent effort by the Kandhamal Apex Spices Association for Marketing (KASAM)[2] [3]
Background
Unlike other places where turmeric is commercially cultivated, the Kandhamal Haladi is being grown for generations, with the actual date of introduction of this variety to the area still unknown. The region is vastly inhabited by tribal populations belonging to the primitive Kandha tribe. The region is a hilly area with more than 70% forest cover. So it is believed that the spice variety is purely native to the region. Nearly 60000 families (approximately 50% of the population of the district) are directly involved in producing the crop. The medicinal properties of this variety, along with its rich taste and texture, make it one of the most demanded varieties in the market. The Kandhamal Apex Spices Association for Marketing (KASAM), a registered non-profit society consisting of farmers of this region and promoted by the Government of Odisha, works in promoting this super spice.[4] [5] [6] [7]
Cultivation & production Process
This variety of turmeric is normally sown in the month of May & June, just around the onset of monsoon in the region. Most of the family members of tribal families are engaged in this labour-intensive cultivation process. The spice takes 8-10 months to fully grow in the area naturally, due to the unique misty climatic condition of the area. Once the spice is fully grown, farmers extract the roots from the plant and boil them in hot water after cleaning the soil. Once boiled, the spice is traditionally dried in natural sunlight before being stored for further processing. The uniqueness of Kandhamal Haladi is the negligible use of fertilisers and pesticides in the plants. KASAM has worked in certifying the variety as an organic product by various certifying authorities. Beyond certification, which is a cumbersome process for poor farmers, most of the produced turmeric in the region is organic in nature[8][9][10]
Culinary and other usage
Turmeric is heavily used in Indian and South Asian cuisines. Considered as a natural food disinfectant, the spice provides a unique taste and texture to various dishes. Beyond regular food usage, turmeric has a social and cultural significance in India. In Odisha, the home to Kandhamal turmeric, it is used in various occasions including marriages, thread ceremonies, among others. Due to the medicinal properties of the herb, as mentioned in various Ayurvedic texts, raw turmeric is widely used as medicine for several diseases and ailments. Due to the purity of this variety, Kandhamal haldi is in huge demand by Ayurvedic medicine and diet supplement companies. The product has also gained international demand due to its high quality and texture and is exported widely to Europe & North America[11] [12] [13].
References
- ↑ "Details | Geographical Indications | Intellectual Property India". ipindiaservices.gov.in.
- ↑ Behera, Nirmalya (1 April 2019). "On Foundation Day, Odisha receives GI tag for 'Kandhamal Haldi'" – via Business Standard.
- ↑ http://ipindia.nic.in/writereaddata/Portal/Images/pdf/GI_Application_Register_10-09-2019.pdf
- ↑ "Kandhamal Haldi". 2 April 2019.
- ↑ "कंधमाल की हल्दी में है यह खासियत जिससे मिला जीआई टैग". Patrika News.
- ↑ "Odisha's Kandhamal Haladi bags GI tag | Sambad English". 1 April 2019.
- ↑ India, Press Trust of. "Export of spices gets a boost in Odisha". @businessline.
- ↑ https://shodhganga.inflibnet.ac.in/bitstream/10603/225937/9/09_chapter%201.pdf
- ↑ http://www.phytojournal.com/archives/2018/vol7issue4/PartS/7-3-712-203.pdf
- ↑ https://www.researchgate.net/publication/296703216_Traditional_Cultivation_Practices_Of_Turmeric_In_Tribal_Belt_Of_Odisha
- ↑ Barik, Satyasundar (5 December 2018). "Kandhamal Haldi likely to get GI tag" – via www.thehindu.com.
- ↑ "kandhamal haladi: Bhubaneswar: Kandhamal Haladi gets GI tag | Bhubaneswar News - Times of India". The Times of India.
- ↑ http://www.kiran.nic.in/pdf/IJHF/Vol_32_2/8.%20Final.pdf
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