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17 Mar, 2025 News Image APEDA showcases India’s Organic Excellence at Natural Products Expo West 2025.
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) showcased India’s rich agricultural heritage and growing organic sector at the Natural Products Expo West 2025, held from March 4 to 7, 2025, at the Anaheim Convention Centre, California, USA. To enhance India’s global presence in the organic market, APEDA facilitated the participation of 13 leading Indian exporters, representing a diverse range of organic products, including rice, oilseeds, herbs, spices, pulses, nuts, ginger, turmeric, large cardamom, cinnamon, mango puree, and essential oils. The curated display underscored India’s agricultural strength and commitment to sustainability, quality, and international standards.
 Source:  indiashippingnews.com
17 Mar, 2025 News Image India-Chile 1st JWG meeting on Agriculture held.
The 1st Joint Working Group (JWG) meeting on Agriculture was held between India and Chile on 12th March 2025 in virtualmode. The meeting was co-chaired by Mr. Ajeet Kumar Sahu, Joint Secretary (IC), Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfares and Mr. Gabriel Layseca, Director of the Department of International Affairs, Bureau of Agricultural Studies and Policies (ODEPA). Officials from both countries emphasized strengthening bilateral cooperation in agriculture and allied sectors.
 Source:  pib.gov.in
17 Mar, 2025 News Image Piyush Goyal allays exporters’ fears on US reciprocal tariffs, confident of $900 bln exports in FY26.
Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday assured exporters that the government is working overtime to protect India’s interests in the proposed Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) being negotiated with the United States but said that the country cannot be protectionist at a time when the world is moving towards reciprocity. The US has announced imposing reciprocal tariffs on many countries including India from April 2.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
13 Mar, 2025 News Image Resumption of broken rice exports to ease Punjab’s storage woes.
The Director General of Foreign Trade’s (DGFT) recent decision to allow the export of broken rice is seen as a vital step in tackling the storage issues plaguing producer states, including Punjab. DGFT, the licencing authority for exporters, importers and export and import businesses in India, in a notification on 7 March amended the export policy of broken rice from ‘prohibited’ to ‘free’ with immediate effect. The restriction had been in place since September 2022.
 Source:  hindustantimes.com
13 Mar, 2025 News Image Jaishankar’s UK Visit: Trade, Security And Diplomacy Take Center Stage.
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar concluded his official visit to the United Kingdom from March 4-9, at the invitation of UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy. During this period, he also visited Ireland from March 6-7, reinforcing India’s growing international engagements.
 Source:  ddnews.gov.in
13 Mar, 2025 News Image India strengthens ties with Kazakhstan via INSTC.
Indian experts discussed trade relations with Kazakhstan the role of the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC) in boosting economic ties during a special event on March 11 at Maqsut Narikbayev University. The discussion highlighted the importance of cooperation and the route’s potential to drive the region’s economic growth.
 Source:  indiashippingnews.com
13 Mar, 2025 News Image India-US to boost market access, slash tariffs: Government tells Parliament.
India and the US are planning to negotiate a trade agreement, and both countries will focus on increasing market access, reducing import duty and non-tariff barriers, and enhancing supply chain integration, Parliament was informed on Tuesday. In a written reply to the Lok Sabha, Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasada said that as of date, reciprocal tariffs have not been imposed by the US on India.
 Source:  indiatoday.in
13 Mar, 2025 News Image Meat Pro Asia 2025 kicks off in Bangkok, showcasing global innovations in meat processing.
The highly anticipated Meat Pro Asia 2025 opened its doors today at Challenger 1, IMPACT, Bangkok, bringing together global suppliers and industry leaders across 10,000 sqm of exhibition space. Opened on Wednesday, March 12 the event will continue till Friday, March 14, 2025. The second edition of Asia’s premier trade fair for meat, poultry, seafood, and food processing industries features 121 exhibitors unveiling cutting-edge innovations in processing, packaging, automation, cold chain logistics, IoT, quality control, and hygiene.
 Source:  fnbnews.com
13 Mar, 2025 News Image Growth In Agricultural Exports, Plant-Based Food Sector Showcased At AAHAR-2025.
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) showcased India's excellence in agricultural and processed food at the 39th edition of AAHAR-2025, organised by the India Trade Promotion Organization (ITPO) from March 4 to 8 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. APEDA facilitated the participation of 95 exhibitors, including Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs), Farmer Producer Companies (FPCs), entrepreneurs and manufacturing companies from 17 states, including Gujarat, Punjab, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Hyderabad, Kerala, Telangana, and Tamil Nadu, as well as Union Territories such as Delhi, Haryana, Chandigarh and Jammu & Kashmir.
 Source:  etvbharat.com
13 Mar, 2025 News Image Ships carrying rice from Vietnam, India arrive at Ctg port.
Two ships carrying a total of 38,800 metric tonnes of rice from Vietnam and India have arrived at Chattogram port. Senior information officer at Public Relations Office of Ministry of Food, Imdad Islam, confirmed the development in a press release on Wednesday afternoon.
 Source:  observerbd.com