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What is the News?
There has been an export of a consignment of Dahanu Gholvad sapota (naseberry) to the United Kingdom from Maharashtra’s Palghar district. This will provide a major boost to future shipments of Geographical Indication(GI) certified products from India.
About Gholvad Sapota:
- Firstly, the Geographical Indication(GI) certification of Gholvad Sapota is held by Maharashtra Rajya Chikoo Utpadak Sangh.
- Secondly, the fruit is popular for its sweet and unique taste. The unique taste is believed to be derived from the calcium-rich soil of the Gholvad village in Palghar district.
About Sapota:
- Firstly, Sapota is a popular tropical winter fruit relished for its sweet flavour. It also has indispensable medicinal properties and therapeutic benefits.
- Secondly, the fruit comprises soft, easily digestible pulp made up of natural sugars that are in line with mango, banana and jackfruit.
- Lastly, in India, the fruit is grown in Karnataka, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh. Karnataka is the largest grower followed by Maharashtra.
Source: Economic Times
