→ WEST JAINTIA HILLS, MEGHALAYA
GI Lakadong Turmeric Powder
GI Tag · 2024 · GI-789
Net wt. 200 g
7–9% curcumin — among the highest in the world. Earthy, deeply golden, irreplaceable in any modern kitchen.
→ The Story
Lakadong is a small valley in Meghalaya's Jaintia Hills. Its turmeric is what the rest of the world reaches for when it talks about "real" turmeric. Curcumin content here runs 7–9% — more than three times the global average — because the soil, altitude, and the patient three-week post-harvest curing all conspire in its favour. The GI tag came in 2024, but Khasi and Jaintia growers have been protecting this strain for centuries. Add a quarter-teaspoon to warm milk, and the kitchen will smell of mountains.
→ Tasting · Use Notes
- Cooking & Curries
- Golden Milk & Beverages
- Wellness Recipes
- Herbal Blends
→ Storage
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep airtight after opening. Away from moisture and direct sunlight.
→ Geographical Indication
GI Certified by Government of India
Registry No. GI-789 · Granted 2024. This product is legally tied to its geographic origin.
View certificate →→ Behind The Harvest
Lakadong Cooperative
Lakadong, West Jaintia Hills, Meghalaya · 8 yrs partnered
“Three weeks of curing. The hills know how long.”
Meet Lakadong →
