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GI Tag for Alibaug’s White Onion

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Why in the News?

Recently, the ​​White Onion of Alibag in Maharashtra’s Raigad district has received a ‘Geographical Indication’, giving it a unique identity and wider markets.

About Alibaug’s White Onion:

  • Alibaug is a coastal town in the Raigad district of Maharashtra. 
  • The soil of Alibaug taluka has low sulphur content.
  • Due to this, onions here have low pungency, sweet taste, ‘no tear’ factor, low pyruvic acid, high protein, fat and fibre content, besides high antioxidant compounds (quercetin). 
  • Medicinal Qualities: It boosts immunity, helps with insomnia, blood cleaning, blood pressure and heat-related ailments