Bhandara ODOP-Rice
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Production Hubs in the District- Tumsar and Bhandara |
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Product Certification Requirements- Phytosanitary Certification, GMOs, Fair Trade Certification, QSC |
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HSN Codes-10063010, 10063090, 10064000 |
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Rice Sellers in Bhandara |
Varieties of Product |
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| Variety | Description |
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| Black rice | Rich in iron and has highest yield |
| Hiranakki | Scented rice mostly grown by farmers |
| Chinnor | This variety is scented and Rich in nutrients, fibre, calcium, etc. |
Salient features of the Product:
- Bhandara is the third-highest rice-producing district in the state, cultivating rice across 1.18 lakh hectares
- Annual production of 2.6 million tonnes, significantly contributing to the local economy.
- The district houses a Rice Miller Cluster in the MIDC area of Pauni, where rice processing from paddy takes place.