Our GI TAG No.: AU/11398/GI/139/1317
Geographical Indications (GIs) signify products with unique qualities or reputation due to their specific geographical origin, like Darjeeling Tea or Banarasi Sarees. This tag ensures quality and distinctiveness linked to their origin, benefiting farmers and regions. The Indian Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion actively promotes and markets GIs to boost social and economic prospects for producers. For instance, Alphonso mangoes, renowned as ‘Hapus Mangoes‘ in Maharashtra, are prized globally for their taste, fragrance, and vibrant color.
APEDA introduced traceability mechanisms in Indian agricultural products to maintain quality standards throughout the supply chain. This initiative establishes clear ‘farm-to-fork’ monitoring, ensuring proper pre-harvest, post-harvest practices, processing, and maintaining quality and food safety. It reassures importing countries of adherence to quality requirements, vital in developed marketplaces with increasing awareness.