Ramban Sulai Honey
Why in news?
Ramban Sulai Honey has recently gained significant national attention after PM Modi highlighted it in his Mann Ki Baat radio program.
About
- Ramban Sulai Honey is a premium, organic honey produced in the Ramban district of Jammu and Kashmir, primarily from the nectar of Sulai flowers (Plectranthus rugosus) by bees like Apis mellifera.​
- Ramban Sulai Honey received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2021, supported by NABARD.
- Recognized for its health benefits, it offers immuno-modulatory, hypoglycemic, anti-diarrheal, and bronchodilator effects.
- It is promoted under the "One District One Product" scheme by the Indian government.
- Light golden to white/amber color with medium viscosity and a naturally sweet taste featuring subtle floral undertones reminiscent of Kashmir's forests.​
- Harvested mainly in August-October, especially in the Banihal block, with a long shelf life and no additives.​
- Rare variety, sometimes harvested every 3-4 years due to Sulai flower's limited blooming cycle.​
