Gangtok, Sikkim – The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, in partnership with the Government of Sikkim and IFOAM-Asia, successfully organised the Sikkim Organic Conclave-cum-International Buyer Seller Meet (IBSM) in Gangtok. The event aimed to strengthen Sikkim’s organic export ecosystem…
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APEDA Flags Off First GI-Tagged Salem Sago Export to Canada
In a significant boost to India’s agri-exports, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has facilitated the first direct export of GI-tagged Salem Sago from Tamil Nadu to Canada. The 0.5 metric tonne consignment was shipped from Salem by the GI Authorised User Society, marking a milestone…
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India Named Country of the Year at BIOFACH 2026 Germany
India has been designated as the Country of the Year at BIOFACH 2026, the world’s leading trade fair for organic food and agriculture, scheduled to be held from February 10 to 13, 2026, at Nuremberg, Germany. The recognition places India at the global centre of discussions on organic farming, sustainability…
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NIFTEM Centres Strengthen Food Safety Under PMKSY
The National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM) Centres of Excellence are playing a pivotal role in strengthening India’s food safety and quality assurance ecosystem through modern testing infrastructure supported under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY). These initiatives are significantly enhancing regulatory compliance, export competitiveness, and…
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PLI Scheme Boosts Millet Processing Capacity Across India
India’s push to strengthen millet-based food processing is gaining momentum under the Production Linked Incentive Scheme for the Food Processing Industry (PLISFPI), with the government reporting a significant expansion in processing capacity, MSME participation and geographic reach. The initiative aligns with the country’s broader objective of promoting nutri-cereals, improving farmer…
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India Boosts Primary Agricultural Credit Societies
The Government of India is actively working to increase exports of agricultural and allied products, enhancing the country’s share in the global market. During 2024-25, India’s agricultural exports reached a total of US$ 51.9 billion, reflecting consistent growth driven by policy support and infrastructure development. APEDA Initiatives to Boost Agri…
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India Shines as Country Partner at Gulfood 2026
India marked a historic milestone at Gulfood 2026, the world’s largest annual food and beverage trade exhibition, by participating as the official Country Partner with its biggest-ever global presence. The strong and strategic showcase underlined India’s growing leadership in the global agri-food and processed food sector. With more than 600…
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APEDA Organic Conclave Boosts Assam’s Agri-Export Potential
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) on Tuesday organised an Organic Conclave-cum-Buyer Seller Meet in Guwahati, aiming to strengthen agri-export linkages and expand global market access for Assam’s agricultural and processed food products. The event was held in collaboration with the Government of Assam and brought…
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Indusfood 2026: APEDA’s Bharati Fuels F&B Startups
Shri Chirag Paswan, Union Minister of Food Processing Industries, inaugurated the 9th edition of Indusfood 2026 at Expo Mart, Greater Noida on 8th January 2026. Recognized as Asia’s premier food and beverage trade show, this year’s edition spanned 120,000 square meters, making it the largest to date. The inauguration was…
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GI-Tagged Indi Lime from Karnataka Exports to Oman
In a landmark move for India’s agricultural exports, 3 metric tonnes (MTs) of GI-tagged Indi Lime from Vijayapura district, Karnataka, were exported to Oman on 19 December 2025. This shipment marks the entry of India’s renowned citrus fruit into a new international market, further strengthening the country’s agri-trade footprint. Building…