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Makhana Superfood: Bihar’s 90% Share and Makhana Board

10 March 20251 min read
AGRICULTURE & RURALMakhanaSuperfood: Bihar’s90% Share andMakhana Board10 March 2025safalsetu.com

Why in the news

Makhana is gaining global superfood status, and Budget 2025-26 announced a board to lift its production and exports.

Key facts

  • Also called lotus seeds or fox nuts; valued in Ayurveda; gluten-free, low-calorie.
  • Bihar grows 90% of world output.
  • Revenue ₹100.3 billion a year; over 500,000 jobs.
  • Global superfood market projected at $209.1 billion by 2026.

Sustainability

  • Needs little fertiliser and pesticide.
  • Grows in shallow water, curbing soil erosion and protecting biodiversity and water quality.

Government support

  • Makhana Board plus investment in processing and export promotion.

Exam angle

  • Leading state: Bihar; new body: Makhana Board (Budget 2025-26).

Test yourself

1. Which state accounts for about 90% of the world's makhana production?

Bihar produces 90% of the world's makhana.

2. Which new body for makhana was announced in Union Budget 2025-26?

The Budget announced a Makhana Board to boost production and exports.

3. Per 100 g, makhana is stated to contain roughly how much protein?

Makhana has 9.7% protein and 14.5% fibre per 100 g.

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