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GI CERTIFIED
A distinctive honey produced from the nectar of Sulai (Plectranthus rugosus), a wild-growing shrub found in the Western Himalayas. Ramban Sulai Honey is known for its characteristic light colour, floral aroma, flavour, and traditional association with the Ramban region.
Overview
Ramban Sulai Honey is a GI-registered honey associated with Ramban and nearby districts of Jammu & Kashmir. The honey is derived from bees foraging on the nectar of Sulai, locally known as Van Tulsi. It is described in the GI application as ranging from white to light amber or almost clear, with a distinctive floral aroma and taste.
Historical Background
Beekeeping in the Jammu region has historical references dating back to 1470 AD. Traditional beekeeping has been practiced in Ramban and surrounding districts for generations, using indigenous methods such as wall, log, and other locally designed hives.
What Makes It Unique
The distinctive character of Ramban Sulai Honey is linked to the floral source of Sulai (Plectranthus rugosus). The GI documentation describes the honey as crystal clear to white or amber in colour, with sweet and aromatic floral undertones. Its characteristics are influenced by the floral source and environmental conditions of Ramban and surrounding areas.
Production Process
Sulai plants grow on stony hillsides at elevations of approximately 800–3,000 metres and provide nectar and pollen for honeybees. During the flowering period, bees forage on Sulai blossoms. Traditional and box-based beekeeping methods are used, followed by extraction, filtering, cleaning, filling, packaging, and trading of the honey.
Geographical Region
The GI production area includes Ramban, Doda, Kishtwar, Udhampur, and Reasi districts of Jammu & Kashmir. The GI document specifically gives Ramban's coordinates as 33.3049°N, 75.2012°E.
Benefits & Uses
The GI documentation describes Sulai Honey as containing carbohydrates, minerals, amino acids, proteins, vitamins, and enzymes. It also discusses antioxidant, antibacterial, and antifungal properties. These statements are part of the supplied GI application and associated references; for an e-commerce page, I would present them as documented properties rather than making medical-treatment claims.
Cultural Significance
Traditional beekeeping is described as a rural heritage practiced across generations in Ramban and nearby districts. Indigenous hives made from clay pots, logs, boxes, and wall recesses of old houses form part of the region's traditional beekeeping heritage. Beekeeping also contributes to rural employment and agricultural pollination.
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Geographical Indication
Reg. 504 · Govt. of India certified
