The geographically marked Karacadağ rice has been harvested with its bounty.

One of the significant agricultural values of Diyarbakır, the Karacadağ rice, which is crowned with a geographical indication registration, brought joy to the producers with the 2025 harvest. Diyarbakır Deputy Governor Aziz Gölbaşı, Ergani District Governor Nurbaki Yalçın, Provincial Director of Agriculture and Forestry Adil Alan, heads of institutions, representatives of non-governmental organizations, technical staff of the Provincial Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry, and producers came together to share the joy of the harvest and the abundance of this special product. Grown in the irrigable areas of Karacadağ, Karacadağ rice stands out from other varieties with its adaptation to the region's soil structure and cold spring waters. This rice, which appeals to the local palate, offers a unique flavor with its high water absorption capacity, non-mushy property, and high protein and starch content. Factors such as traditional cultivation methods, minimal use of chemical ...