Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal praised the export of 5 metric tonnes of organic apricots from Ladakh to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as a significant achievement in promoting Indian food products globally. This success, attributed to the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), reflects a trend of farmers receiving better prices and accessing new international markets. Goyal emphasized the positive impact of such initiatives on Indian organic products, farmers’ incomes, and the creation of sustainable livelihood opportunities.
Last week, APEDA facilitated the export of 2 metric tonnes of Amrapali mangoes from women-led farmer producer companies in Jharkhand to Dubai, showcasing the promotion of exports from tribal and women-led farmer collectives. This export venture resulted in substantial economic gains for the farmers, with women-led producer companies achieving nearly 180% higher returns compared to local market prices.
In another milestone, APEDA recently supported the export of premium Areko cherries and Scentrose plums from Jammu and Kashmir to the UAE. This inaugural shipment of one metric tonne of high-quality stone fruits from Shopian and Pulwama districts underscores the increasing global demand for premium Indian fruits. The successful export highlights the export potential of Jammu and Kashmir’s horticulture sector, showcasing the growing international interest in the region’s high-value produce.
