Geographical indication tag for agricultural produces: Challenges and methods

R. Nirosha; J. Paul Mansingh

doi:10.31893/multirev.2024206

Keywords:

GI agricultural Products,

Quality Standards

Marketability

Abstract

Geographical Indication (GI) highlights the origin and excellence of products unique to various locations. In 1999, India introduced GI to comply with the Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) Agreement. GI in India can be divided into three basic categories: agri-food, natural commodities, handicrafts, and/or industrial items. According to reports, more than 4000 products in India are eligible for registration under the GI Act. However, the present number of GI registrations, especially in the agricultural and food sectors, is much lower than its potential. India's National Intellectual Property Rights Policy actively encourages GI protection and progress through supportive agencies. These institutions assist GI producers in defining and upholding acceptable quality standards, thereby enhancing marketability. Even though products labeled with GI tags adhere to superior quality standards, geographical indications (GIs) encounter various challenges in India. Nonetheless, there are potential solutions to address these issues. The challenges include the lack of awareness among producers and farmers regarding the registration process, post-GI schemes, and subsidies. Moreover, there is insufficient infrastructure resources to promote and market GI-tagged products. Additionally, GI-tagged products have a limited presence in domestic and international markets due to ineffective marketing strategies, the absence of postproduction control, and unethical market practices. A robust enforcement mechanism is required in both domestic and export markets. This paper discusses the challenges faced by GI agricultural produce and proposes a way forward for GI crops.
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Nirosha, R., & Mansingh, J. P. (2024). Geographical indication tag for agricultural produces: Challenges and methods. Multidisciplinary Reviews, 7(9), 2024206. https://doi.org/10.31893/multirev.2024206

[1] Anson, C. J. (2012). Marketing flexibilities in Geographical Indications (GI) and trademark: a Comparative Study. International Journal of Marketing, Financial Services & Management Research, 1(November 2012), 3622. www.indianresearchjournals.com

[2] Buch, N. (2022). Role of Authorized User in Adding Efficacy to GI Protection in India: Issues and Challenges. Springer. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-4296-9_9

[3] Cardoso, V. A., Lourenzani, A. E. B. S., Caldas, M. M., Bernardo, C. H. C., & Bernardo, R. (2022). The benefits and barriers of geographical indications to producers: A review. Renewable Agriculture and Food Systems, 37(6), 707–719. https://doi.org/10.1017/S174217052200031X

[4] Das, K. (2006). International Protection of India’s Geographical Indications with Special Reference to “Darjeeling” Tea. The Journal of World Intellectual Property, 9(5), 459–495. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1422-2213.2006.00300.x

[5] Das, K. (2010). Prospects and Challenges of Geographical Indications in India. The Journal of World Intellectual Property, 13(2), 148–201. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1747-1796.2009.00363.x

[6] Devi, A. S., Mansingh, J. P., & Nisha, A. (2021). Geographical Indication Tag For Agricultural Produce in India (First edition, Vol. 1). Vellore Institute of Technology.

[7] Lili, Jantyik., Áron, Török. (2020). Estimating the Market Share and Price Premium of GI Foods—The Case of the Hungarian Food Discounters. Sustainability, doi: 10.3390/SU12031094

[8] Lukose, L. P. (2022). Additional Protection for Geographical Indications in India: A Working of Section 22 (2) of Indian GI Act. Journal of Intellectual Property Rights, 27(5), 325–332. https://doi.org/10.56042/jipr.v27i5.62742

[9] Mahendra Singh, J.S. Rawat, D. S. Parihar. and Deepak. (2023). CURRENT SCENARIO OF GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS (GIs) IN UTTARAKHAND STATE, INDIA. EPRA International Journal of Agriculture and Rural Economic Research (ARER)- Peer-Reviewed Journal, 11(March), 1–6. https://doi.org/10.36713/epra0813

[10] Mishra, A. (2022). Can Geographical Indications Support the Indian Village Economy Impacted By the Ongoing Economic Crisis Caused By Covid-19? BRICS Law Journal, 9(2), 121–144. https://doi.org/10.21684/2412-2343-2022-9-2-121-144

[11] Nurlani, M., Emirzon, J., & Syaifuddin, M. (2023). Weak Protection of Geographical Indication Law For Users of Geographically Indicated Goods or Products. Sasi, 29(1), 85. https://doi.org/10.47268/sasi.v29i1.1256

[12] Serhat, Kalekahyasi., Bora, Goktaş. (2022). The Effect of Geographical Indications on the Level of Awareness and Consumer Attitudes of Local Products: An Example of Bayburt Province. Stratejik ve sosyal araştırmalar dergisi, doi: 10.30692/sisad.1142517

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[14] Sreenath, K. P., & Anson, C. J. (2023). Geographical indications and traditional cultural expressions: A comparative legal analysis of the GI laws of Indonesia and India and a case study analysis. 26(03), 339–356. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1111/jwip.12274

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