Uthukuli Butter Moves Closer to GI Recognition
Uthukuli Vennai (Uthukuli Butter), one of Tamil Nadu’s most celebrated artisanal dairy products, is moving closer to securing Geographical Indication (GI) status, a step that would provide legal protection for its unique identity and traditional production methods. The application for GI registration was filed with the Government of India’s Geographical Indications Registry on 9 April…
Uthukuli Butter Keeps Tamil Dairy Heritage Alive
Uthukuli Butter, produced in the small town of Uthukuli in Tamil Nadu’s Tiruppur district, is gaining renewed attention as one of the state’s most iconic dairy delicacies, celebrated for its traditional production methods, distinctive taste and cultural significance. The butter is made using locally sourced milk and traditional churning techniques, preserving its natural aroma, creamy…