Kathiya Gehu of Bundelkhand region in Uttar Pradesh had got GI Tag
GI Tag: The locally grown wheat name Kathiya Gehu of the Bundelkhand region in Uttar Pradesh got a Geographical Indication (GI) tag, making it the first farm produce from Uttar Pradesh to receive this honor. Till now, UP has achieved the distinction of being the first state to acquire 69 GI tags. The GI certification process was proposed by the Khatiya Wheat Bangra Producer Company Limited, a local Farmer Producer Organization (FPO), with the support of entities like NABARD back in January 2022. After two years, the GI Tag bearing certificate number 585, was officially awarded on March 30, 2024.
Kathiya Gehu of the Bundelkhand region in Uttar Pradesh
Kathiya Gehu of the Bundelkhand region in Uttar Pradesh
Kathiya wheat, technically classified as “Triticum Durum,” is a unique variety renowned for its hardness, earning it names like Durum wheat, Dalia, pasta wheat, or macaroni wheat. Despite constituting only a small fraction of total wheat production (5-8%), it holds significant cultural and nutritional value. It thrives in regions facing water scarcity and adverse weather conditions, such as those prevalent in Bundelkhand, Uttar Pradesh. and had increased resistance against various common wheat diseases terms of health benefits, Kathiya wheat boasts a nutritional profile containing essential vitamins (A, B, and E), beta-carotene, iron, calcium, phosphorus, zinc, and copper. It has high fiber content aids in digestive health, aids in managing cholesterol levels, and supports weight management, offering comprehensive health benefits. Often it is used while preparing Kathiya Daliya, a nutritious porridge-like dish, and traditional recipes like Kathiya Daliya Khichdi.
Who had been provided with a GI Tag?
Kathiya Gehu of Bundelkhand region in Uttar Pradesh provided a GI Tag
