Guwahati, 10 May: In a historic move, the Union DoNER ministry’s North Eastern Regional Agricultural Marketing Corporation (NERAMAC) granted permission to 800 farmers from the northeast to use the GI tags on 13 fruits and vegetables over which they possessed unique GI rights.
A GI tag provides a guarantee of origin and particular qualities of the commodities, aiding in the development of the products’ reputation on a global scale. Following NERAMAC’s approval on Tuesday to allow these cooperative farmers to use its certifications, there is anticipation that the promotion of these distinctive northeastern goods would increase both domestically and internationally.
The authorization was given to the farmers at a GI awareness seminar-cum-exhibition on Tuesday as part of NERAMAC’s ongoing efforts to support GI activities. These products include: “Chak-Hao” Black Rice, Memang Narang, Dalle Khursani and Naga Sweet Cucumber. They also include: Arunachal Orange, Mizo Chilli, Kachai Lemon, Tripura Queen Pineapple, Khasi Mandarin, Tezpur Litchi, Sikkim Large Cardamom, Karbi Anglong Ginger, Naga Tree Tomato and Naga Sweet Cucumber.
“The initiative will provide recognition to the unique qualities and reputation of NER agricultural products and protect them from misuse and imitation,” said Commodore Rajiv Ashok (Retd), managing director, NERAMAC. He added, “The GI initiative is a significant step towards promoting and protecting the traditional agricultural practices and products of the NER region.”
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