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East Bardhaman Farmers Proud of Gobindabhog Rice UN Heritage, Yet Lament Low Profits
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Gobindobhog's Global Glory: Farmers Celebrate Heritage Status, Yet Pockets Remain Empty
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21-02-2026, 12:54
Gobindobhog's Global Glory: Farmers Celebrate Heritage Status, Yet Pockets Remain Empty
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Gobindobhog, Kanakchur, and Tulaipanji rice varieties receive 'heritage' status from the United Nations, announced by CM Mamata Banerjee.
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East Bardhaman, known as West Bengal's 'granary', exports 25-30 thousand metric tons of Gobindobhog rice annually.
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Farmers express joy over international recognition but lament low profits due to lack of subsidies, rising labor costs, and flood-related replanting.
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Despite success, farmers feel traders reap most profits; hope for increased exports post-heritage status to boost their income.
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District Rice Mill Association President Abdul Malek confirms 25,000 metric tons of Gobindobhog exported, anticipating higher international demand.
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