'Kandhamal Haldi', which received GI tag recently, is a variety of turmeric indigenous to

Kandhamal Haldi is an indigenous variety of turmeric cultivated in the Kandhamal district of Odisha [1]. It received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag on April 1, 2019, marking it as the 17th product from Odisha to earn this distinction [1]. The crop is primarily grown in the hilly terrain of Southern Odisha by the indigenous Kondh community using traditional, organic, and sustainable farming practices without chemical fertilizers [1]. It is highly valued for its deep yellow color, distinct aroma, and medicinal properties. While other regions like Sangli in Maharashtra and Alleppey in Kerala also produce famous turmeric varieties with GI tags, Kandhamal Haldi is specifically unique to the tribal-dominated regions of Odisha [1]. The name 'Haladi' itself is derived from the Odia language, further cementing its regional identity [1].

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1. [1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kandhamal_turmeric