Koraput Kalajeera Rice

About Koraput Kalajeera Rice: 

• The farmers of Koraput district in Odisha have domesticated Kalajeera rice over generations.
• It is known as the ‘Prince of Rice’ is an aromatic variety of rice.
• Upholding the nutritional and cooking quality, the rice looks like coriander seeds.
• The ancestors of the present tribal communities of Koraput district have domesticated the rice in the region for thousands of years contributing to conservation of crop.
• It is popular among rice consumers for its black colour, good aroma, taste and texture.
• The ancient text explains that Kalajeera rice improves memory and controls diabetes.
• It is believed to increase hemoglobin levels and the body metabolism.
• This fragrant grain has antispasmodic, stomachic, carminative, antibacterial, astringent and sedative properties.
• The rice is grown in Koraput district’s Tolla, Patraput, Pujariput, Baliguda and Mohuli areas.

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Source: Koraput Kalajeera Rice Gets GI Tag