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Centre reviews India's approved basmati varieties to protect brand identity of Pusa 1121
The Indian government has initiated a review of the 45 aromatic rice varieties approved for export as basmati, at the behest of exporters who argue the list is too long. The review aims to align approved varieties with market demand and protect the brand identity of Pusa Basmati 1121, which contributed to a surge in exports from ₹3,000 crore to over ₹50,000 crore in two decades.
Jul 8, 2026 1 source