Vazhakulam Pineapple

About the Product: Vazhakulam Pineapple, a Geographical Indication (GI) product hailing from the fertile lands of Kerala, India, is a luscious and sweet tropical fruit renowned for its exceptional taste and unique attributes. This pineapple variety, characterized by its vibrant flavor and juiciness, has deep cultural roots and is celebrated for its role in Kerala’s…

Udupi Mattu Gulla

Udupi Mattu Gulla is a variety of green brinjal grown in and around the village of Mattu (also called Mattu), roughly 10 kilometers from the temple town of Udupi, Karnataka, India. It was given the Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2011. Mattu Gulla is known for its unique round shape, glossy green skin, and tender…

Tripura Queen Pineapple

History and Background Tripura is India’s one of the largest pineapple growing states in India. This is also the land of jackfruits, litchis, oranges, limes, lemons, and coconuts. Factors like good rainfall, hilly terrain, and ideal tropical conditions facilitates the abundant production of these fruits in the state. The state is known for its organic farming…

Thanjavur Veenai

Thanjavur Veenai, also known as Raghunatha Nayaka Mela Veena, is a type of veena, a traditional Indian string instrument, that is made in the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu, India. It is considered to be one of the finest types of veena, and is known for its rich, mellow sound. The Thanjavur Veenai is about…

Srivilliputhur Palkova

Srivilliputtur Palkova is a traditional sweet made from cow’s milk and sugar. It is known for its rich, creamy texture, and delicate flavor. Srivilliputtur Palkova is made by boiling milk and sugar until the mixture thickens and forms a thick paste. The palkova is then cooled and cut into squares or other shapes. Srivilliputtur Palkova…

Solapur Chaddar

A Solapuri chaddar is a cotton bed sheet made in the Solapur city of the Indian state of Maharashtra. These bed sheets are popular in India where they are manufactured using hand looms and are known for their design, durability and all-season use. Solapuri chaddars were the first product in Maharashtra to obtain Geographical Indication…

Screw Pine Craft of Kerela

About the Product: Screw Pine Craft, a treasured Geographical Indication (GI) product of Kerala, India, is a testament to the state’s intricate craftsmanship and deep-rooted connection with nature. Derived from the leaves of the screw pine plant, this craft has flourished in the region for generations, resulting in exquisite woven products known for their beauty…

Sangli Turmeric

Sangli located in the western part of Maharashtra is considered to be the largest and most important trading centre for turmeric in Asia. Popularly known as the ‘Saffron City’, Sangli has been cultivating its world-famous turmeric since the 1900s. It is said that large quantities of Sangli turmeric used to be exported through the Rajapur…

Salem Silk

The uniqueness of Salem Venpattu (White Silk) was recognized and granted GI Mark in 2008. Salem Venpattu Silk Dhotis are produced from time immemorial by the local traditional weaving community known as ‘Sourashtra’ Community. The silk dhotis of Salem are justly famed for their luster, whiteness, technical excellence and novelty of border designs viz., Nagachattai,…