Recently, scientists reported that altitude and temperature play an important role in the development of Mushk budiji’s aroma.
- The Mushk budiji is an indigenous rice variety distinguished for its rich aroma and unique taste. The Kashmir Himalaya is known for the cultivation of Mushk budiji .
- Mushk budiji was on the verge of extinction for some time due to various factors. Chief among them was the prevalence of rice blast disease, its low yield, and lack of profitability.
- It has considerable value worldwide for its distinct flavour, fragrance, and quality, its potential to enhance dining experiences, and its appeal to health-conscious consumers.
- Scientists conducted a study of selected locations on the flavour profile of mushk budiji using gas chromatography-mass spectroscopy (GC-MS) and an ‘electronic nose’.
- GC-MS is an analytical method used to reveal the presence of volatile compounds present in organic mixtures extracted from geological, environmental, and biological samples.
- The electronic-nose is a tool fit with various sensors as well as an artificial intelligence (AI) component; it assessed the flavour attributes of rice samples.
