Koraput Kalajeera Rice
- Recently, Koraput Kalajeera Rice,’ an aromatic rice, has got Geographical Indications status.
- The farmers of Koraput district in Odisha have domesticated Kalajeera rice over generations.
- It is known as the ‘Prince of Rice’ and is an aromatic variety of rice.
- It is popular among rice consumers for its black colour, good aroma, taste and texture.
- It is believed to increase haemoglobin levels and the body's metabolism.
- This fragrant grain has antispasmodic, stomachic, carminative, antibacterial, astringent and sedative ....
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