Lakadong turmeric
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| Lakadong turmeric | |
|---|---|
| Geographical indication | |
| Description | Lakadong turmeric is a Turmeric variety cultivated in Meghalaya |
| Type | Turmeric |
| Area | Lakadong village and it's neighbouring villages |
| Country | India |
| Registered | 30 March 2024 |
| Official website | ipindia.gov.in |
Lakadong turmeric is a variety of turmeric mainly grown in the Indian state of Meghalaya. It is a common and widely cultivated crop in the Lakadong area of the Jaintia Hills districts. Approximately 14,000 farmers from 43 villages in the Lakadong area cultivate this variety of turmeric on 1,753 hectares of land.[1]
Under its Geographical Indication tag, it is referred to as "Lakadong Turmeric".
Description
Trinity Saioo, a Lakadong agriculturist and former school teacher, received the prestigious Padma Shri award from the Government of India in 2021 for promoting the cultivation of Lakadong turmeric among farmers in the state.[3][4][5][6] Lakadong turmeric is considered one of the world's best varieties with a high curcumin content of 6.8-7.5% and a darker color. It is grown organically without fertilizers.[1]
Photo Gallery
Actual photos from Trinity Saioo - the original applicant for the GI Tag registration.
Inspection for organic certification for Lakadong Turmeric In presence of Trinity Saioo
Lakadong Turmeric Weeding (another photo)
Lakadong Turmeric Weeding time
Lakadong Turmeric slicing activity
Lakadong Turmeric Fingers ready for slicing
Lakadong Turmeric Dry chip slices
Lakadong Turmeric Powder final product
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