Three farmers have applied for the geographical indication (GI) for Ramnagar brinjal, Banarasi Langda mango and the aromatic Adamchini rice. A very small grain, this fragrant rice cooks almost in a jiffy. Farmers in Mirzapur,...

Ajara Ghansal grown in Kolhapur district is an aromatic grain, which has been cultivated over many generations in Ajara Taluk – some families of farmers have been cultivating Ghansal rice for more than 100 years....

  “Pej/ Kanji (rice gruel) makes for a great health drink because it allows for better assimilation of Vit D & calcium,” explains nutritionist and fitness expert Rujuta Diwekar. And Ambemohar was the rice used...

In the heart of Chhattisgarh's Bastar region, rice cultivation is not just an agricultural practice but a deeply rooted tradition. Historically, Bastar was renowned for its vast diversity of rice varieties, with over 20,000 documented across...

Dadshal is classified as a scented rice variety – however, it does not have a strong fragrance like its counterpart, the Gobinda Bhog. But, if you want a ‘tasty’ table rice, this is it. Chef...

West Bengal In India, rice is revered as a symbol of auspiciousness and prosperity and hence, is used extensively in all ceremonies and festivals. Dr Debal Deb, Founder of Vrihi and Basudha, says, “The standard...

This traditional aromatic rice variety has a history of over 300 years; The Geographical Indications Registry (GIR) has granted Geographical Indication (GI) status to Gobinda Bhog, a speciality from Burdaman district of West Bengal. It...

    Illupai Poo is amongst the rare, scented varieties of rice cultivated in Tamil Nadu. This grain gets its name because the paddy resembles flowers of the Illupai tree. And emanates a fragrance similar...

  Benaras, the land of ghats, temples, sadhus and silk, is where every stone has a special story to tell In April 2023, the Economic Times stated, “In Uttar Pradesh, a total of 45 products...

This aromatic grain resembles a long and fine cumin seed – that could possibly be the reason it was given the name jeera (cumin) phool (flower). About a decade ago, this rice was found and...

      Jeeraga Champa is an aromatic rice that resemble the seeds of jeera (seeragam / cumin). Cultivated during the champa season (August to January), this grain is rich in fibre and vitamins. It...

Jeerakasala rice, also known as Wayanadan Kaima, is a popular aromatic rice; it is a with a lovely fragrance that permeates throughout the dining room when served. Because of its high disease resistant properties, nutritional...

Jeerakasala rice, also known as Wayanadan Kaima, is a popular aromatic rice; it is a with a lovely fragrance that permeates throughout the dining room when served. Because of its high disease resistant properties, nutritional...

A medium fine rice, the Kabiraj Sal is a medicinal rice, known for its therapeutic use. Rich in iron, zinc & vitamin B, this rice was traditionally given to patients recovering from prolonged illness, as...

Uttar Pradesh When Gautam Budhha visited Kapilvastu for first time after attaining enlightenment, he gave the grains of Kala Namak to the local people and asked them to sow it. This grain is often called...