Onattukara sesame (Ellu)

About Onattukara Sesame:

• It is cultivated in the state of Kerala.
• Onattukara Ellu and its oil are famous for their unique health benefits.
• The relatively higher antioxidant content in Onattukara Ellu helps fight free radicals, which destroy body cells.
• Its high content of unsaturated fat makes it beneficial for heart patients.
• This sesame grown in the region contains high levels of Vitamin E and antioxidants.
• It also contains oleic acid, linoleic acid, palmitoleic acid, and so on, which help maintain good health.

Key facts about Geographical Indication (GI) tag

• It is a sign used on products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation that are 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.