About Mahabaleshwar Strawberry
Mahabaleshwar strawberries grow on the cool Sahyadri plateau and are India's best-known strawberries, sold fresh and made into jams and crushes.
About the Crop
Strawberry is grown in India's cooler regions, led by Mahabaleshwar and Panchgani in Maharashtra, whose Mahabaleshwar strawberry holds a GI tag.
Where It Comes From
Mahabaleshwar Strawberry comes from Mahabaleshwar and Panchgani, Satara district, Maharashtra. The GI tag means that only produce from this area, made or grown in the traditional way, may be sold under this name. Producers and traders can register as authorised users of the GI.
Season and Market
November to April. Sold locally to tourists and to Pune and Mumbai.
What a GI Tag Means for Buyers
A Geographical Indication is registered with the GI Registry in Chennai. It protects a product's name, helps buyers trust its origin, and usually brings a price premium to growers. Buyers should ask suppliers whether they are registered authorised users, look for GI logos and origin details on packs, and buy from known farmer groups, cooperatives and brands in the region.
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