Tandur Red Gram : GI Tag
The first consignment of GI-tagged Tandur red gram from Telangana was flagged off from Hyderabad, Telangana, to Australia.
- Tandur Red Gram is popularly known as Tandur Toor Dal.
- It is primarily cultivated in the rainfed tracts of four mandals in the Tandur region namely Tandur, Basheerabad, Peddemul and Yelal of Telangana.
- Its distinctive characteristics are associated with the region’s fertile deep black soils, the presence of attapulgite clay mineral deposits, and substantial limestone deposits.
- It is the first agricultural product from the Telangana State to receive Geographical Indication (GI) registration in 2022.
- It has more protein content than cereals.
- It contains approximately 22–24 per cent protein, nearly three times the protein content of cereals.
- It is valued for its excellent taste, superior cooking quality, and enhanced storage quality.
Geographical Indications Tag:
- It is a sign used on products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation that are due to that origin.
- This is typically used for agricultural products, foodstuffs, wine and spirit drinks, handicrafts and industrial products.
- The Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999 seeks to provide for the registration and better protection of geographical indications relating to goods in India.
- This GI tag is valid for 10 years following which it can be renewed.
