Darjeeling Mandarin Orange

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Recently, the Darjeeling Mandarin orange received the Geographical Indication status.

About Darjeeling Mandarin Orange

• It is grown in the hills of Darjeeling in West Bengal.
• The Mandarin Orange (Citrus reticulata Blanco) is a major cash crop of the Darjeeling Hills.
  It is the third product from the region, after Darjeeling Tea and Dalley Khursani chilli, to get the tag.
• It is commonly known as “suntala” is the pride of Darjeeling hills due to its delightful aroma and flavour.

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Required Climatic Conditions for Darjeeling Mandarin Orange

• It is cultivated at elevations ranging from 600 to 1500 meters above sea level,
• Mandarins grow successfully in all frost free tropical and sub-tropical regions upto 1,500 m. above  mean sea level.
• Annual rainfall: 100-120 cm.
• Temperature: Ranging from 10–35°C is suitable for cultivation of the crop.
• Soil: It requires medium or light loamy soils.

What is a Geographical Indication Tag?

• It is a sign used on products with a specific geographical origin, possessing unique qualities or reputation 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.

Source: HT