Joha rice

June 26, 2023

Scientists explored nutraceutical properties of Joha rice (a GI Tag rice from Assam) and detected two unsaturated fatty acids: linoleic acid (omega-6) and linolenic (omega-3) acid.
It is unique in aroma and grain characteristics and distinct from other aromatic rice like Basmati
It is grown in Sali/ Kharif season.
Major Joha varieties included in this are Kola Joha, Keteki Joha, Bokul Joha and Kunkuni Joha.
Joha rice has a more balanced ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 in comparison to widely consumed non-scented variety.
Joha varieties are mostly short or medium grained and have very low yield potential.
It is effective in lowering blood glucose and preventing diabetes onset.