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Ukrainian apples in India signify 'strong bilateral trade ties'
New Delhi, March 29: Ukrainian apples arrived in Delhi, signifying strengthening bilateral relations between both countries, Ukraine's Embassy in India said.
Centre exploring new markets to boost fruit exports after robust growth
New Delhi, March 29: After witnessing a tremendous growth in fruit exports in the last five years, the government is now exploring new markets for fruit exports.
15,000 kg of GI-tagged Dalle Chilly exported from Sikkim to the Solomon Islands: Centre
New Delhi, March 24: In a boost for farmers in the northeastern region, the government on Monday said it has successfully exported the first consignment of GI-tagged Dalle Chilly from Sikkim to the Solomon Islands.
Anthurium flowers from Mizoram go beyond borders, exported first time to Singapore
New Delhi, March 22: Anthurium flowers from Mizoram have been exported for the first time, to Singapore, enhancing India's floriculture export potential, particularly from the northeastern region.
In a first, Muzaffarnagar's GI-tagged jaggery exported to neighboring Bangladesh
New Delhi, March 22: GI-tagged jaggery from Muzaffarnagar in Uttar Pradesh, a region renowned for its high-quality sugarcane, was flagged off for export to Bangladesh.
Anthurium flower exports from Mizoram to Singapore will boost floriculture growth: Centre
New Delhi, March 22: In a significant step towards enhancing India’s floriculture export potential which reached $86.62 million in FY 2023-2024 -- particularly from the northeastern region -- the government on Saturday said it has successfully facilitated the flagging off of the first consignment of Anthurium flowers from Aizawl, Mizoram to Singapore.
30 metric tonnes GI-tagged jaggery exported to Bangladesh: Centre
New Delhi, March 22: In a boost to agricultural exports, a consignment of 30 metric tonnes (MT) of GI-tagged jaggery from western Uttar Pradesh has been sent for export to Bangladesh, the government announced on Saturday.
India's agricultural exports record double-digit surge as farm sector bounces back
New Delhi, March 19: India's exports of agricultural and processed food products have recorded a robust 13 per cent increase to $22.67 billion during April-February in the current financial year compared with the same period of the previous year, reflecting the strong performance of the farm sector.
Industry body ISMA sees sufficient sugar availability to meet India's demand
New Delhi, March 18: Indian sugar industry body ISMA affirmed on Tuesday the stable and sufficient availability of sugar for the ongoing 2024-25 (October--September) marketing season, dispelling any concerns about potential shortages and supply constraints.
India's tea exports surge to 10-year high
New Delhi, March 13: India's tea exports touched a 10-year high at 255 million kg in 2024 despite the uncertainties in the global market triggered by geopolitical tensions, data compiled by the Tea Board of India shows.
Italian agriculture to bear brunt of US tariffs among EU states: Report
Rome, March 13: Italian agricultural products will be hit harder than those from any other European countries if threatened US tariffs go into effect next month, a study reported.
APEDA showcases India's agricultural and processed food excellence at 39th edition of AAHAR 2025
New Delhi, March 11: The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) showcased India's agricultural and processed food excellence at the 39th edition of AAHAR 2025, organised by the India Trade Promotion Organization (ITPO) from 4th to 8th March 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
In Bihar, PM Modi promotes 'Makhana' as global superfood, gets felicitated with foxnut garland
Bhagalpur, February 24: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday revealed that he eats the "superfood" Makhana (foxnut) "at least 300 out of 365 days" and called for the production on a global scale of the traditional crop of Bihar that has emerged as a staple part of breakfast in cities across the country.
Brazil expands agricultural ties with UAE in strategic trade mission
Abu Dhabi, February 19: A delegation from Brazil's Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA) is on a visit to the UAE to strengthen trade relations and showcase Brazil's agribusiness potential.
APEDA facilitates first-ever sea shipments of Indian pomegranates to Australia
New Delhi, February 17: The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) in collaboration with AgroStar and Kay Bee Exports successfully completed India's first-ever commercial trial shipments of premium Sangola and Bhagwa pomegranates respectively to Australia via sea.
Gujarat pulses exports surge to 2,47,789 tonnes from April of last year to January, doubling last year's figures
Gandhinagar, February 9: Gujarat recorded a substantial rise in the export of pulses, guar gum, and dairy products from April of last year to January, according to a release.
India's fruit and vegetable exports surge 47.3 pc with APEDA's financial assistance: Commerce Ministry
New Delhi, February 5: India's exports of fruits and vegetables have witnessed a significant surge of 47.3 per cent in volume between the financial years 2019-20 and 2023-24, according to the Ministry of Commerce & Industry.
India's fruit and vegetable exports surge 47.3 pc in last 5 years
New Delhi, Feb 5: The financial assistance schemes of Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) have helped India's fruit and vegetable exports surge by 47.3 per cent in the last five years, according to the government.
Gujarat purchases 10 lakh MT groundnuts for Rs 6,700 crore: State Agriculture Minister
Gandhinagar, Jan 28: Gujarat purchased 10 lakh metric tonnes (MT) of groundnuts from 298 lakh farmers at the minimum support price (MSP), according to state Agriculture Minister Raghavji Patel.
$100bn target of agri exports by 2030 achievable; needs bold policies: Experts
New Delhi, Jan 20: The target of $100 billion in agricultural exports by 2030 is achievable with clear and bolder steps, said experts. Closing the policy gaps and providing vital linkages for agricultural commodities can deliver better incomes to India's farmers.
India's sugar production declines by 14 pc (YoY), may miss estimates for sugar season year 2025
New Delhi, January 16: Sugarcane production in the country declined by 14 per cent in the sugar season year (SSY) 2025 compared to last year, which may lead to missing the estimates for SSY25, says a report by Centrum.
South Korea's kimchi exports hit fresh high last year: Data
Seoul, Jan 12: South Korea's exports of kimchi increased 6.9 per cent from a year earlier to hit a record high in 2024, driven by growing global popularity of Korean cuisine, government data showed on Sunday.
India's organic exports to reach Rs 20,000 crore in next 3 years: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi, Jan 10: The total export value of organic farming has the potential to reach Rs 20,000 crore in the next three years, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, has said.
Organic produce exports likely to reach Rs 20,000 cr in three years: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi, January 10: Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal, while addressing the launch of the '8th edition of the National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP)' organised by the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) and the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) on Thursday, stated that the current export of organic produce stands at around Rs 5,000-Rs 6,000 crore and is expected to grow to Rs 20,000 crore in the next three years.
Kenya reports surge of tea export volumes, earnings in 2024
Nairobi, Jan 9: Kenya's tea export volumes surged 20.8 per cent in the first ten months of 2024, boosted by increased demand in destination markets, the Tea Board of Kenya (TBK) said.