Tezpur Litchi

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News: APEDA facilitated the first export consignment of GI-tagged Tezpur litchi from Assam to Dubai on 7 June 2026.

About Tezpur Litchi

Tezpur Litchi — Source – Open Mag

Location	Tezpur litchi is mainly grown in the Sonitpur district of Assam. Other major varieties cultivated in the region include Bombaya, Bilati, Elaichi, Piyaji, and Sahi.
Key Characteristics	Appearance: It is known for its bright-red appearance, and the fruit colour varies from dull brick red to attractive red. Pulp Quality: The fruit has white to greyish-white juicy pulp with superior eating quality. Size: It weighs around 70–80 g and is the largest among the litchi varieties grown in Assam. Nutritional Value: It is a rich source of Vitamin C and contains a fair amount of potassium, phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, iron, and Vitamin B.
Climate Conditions	Climate Type: Tezpur litchi thrives best under a humid sub-tropical climate. Temperature: It grows well where temperatures are around 30°C in June and 21°C in February, and it is sensitive to frost and dry heat. Rainfall & Humidity: It flourishes under moist conditions with abundant rainfall and humidity. Altitude: It generally prefers low elevations and can be grown up to 800 m.
Soil Type	The crop is well suited to loamy soil enriched with organic matter and having good drainage properties.
Status	Tezpur litchi received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2013.

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