Desi Rice Mela begins in Mysuru, over 200 varieties on display
The Desi Rice Mela in Mysuru is showcasing over 200 indigenous paddy varieties to promote nutritional awareness and support organic farmers. The event includes exhibitions, cooking competitions, and educational activities.
Why it matters
Promoting traditional rice varieties helps preserve agricultural biodiversity and encourages healthier, sustainable food consumption habits.
The two-day Desi Rice Mela began at Nanjaraja Bahadur Choultry in Mysuru on Saturday, showcasing more than 200 indigenous paddy varieties from across the country and highlighting the nutritional and cultural importance of traditional rice.
Organised jointly by Sahaja Samrudha, Sahaja Seeds and the Save Our Rice Campaign, the mela aims to create awareness about Karnataka’s native rice varieties while providing better market opportunities for organic paddy farmers.
The exhibition features traditional varieties such as Siddha Sanna, Ambemohar, Gandhasale, Ratnachoodi, Rajamudi, HMT, Kempu Sanna, Burma Black and Salem Sanna. Medicinal varieties including Karigajavali, Navara and Rakthasali, besides red and black rice, are also on display and sale.
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