Tripura Agar industry targets Rs 2,000 crore turnover as Centre pushes GI tag and expands export quota: Scindia.
Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) Jyotiraditya Scindia on January 24 said the Centre is actively working to secure a Geographical Indication (GI) tag for Tripura agar while significantly enhancing export quotas to boost the agarwood industry, which he said has the potential to generate a turnover of Rs 2,000 crore.
Source: indiatodayne.in
India expands disease-free citrus planting material program.
The ICAR-Central Citrus Research Institute (ICAR-CCRI) in Nagpur, Maharashtra, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with M/s Pratima Biotech Ltd., Raipur, Chhattisgarh, for the production of disease-free citrus planting material. According to Dr Dilip Ghosh, Director of ICAR-CCRI, Nagpur, the agreement aims to support the availability of quality-assured planting material for citrus cultivation in India. The cooperation focuses on structured production systems intended to reduce the spread of diseases through nursery plants.
Source: freshplaza.com
Aiming high, CIAL bets big on Kochi upgrading to integrated cargo hub.
Given its proximity to major sea and rail links, Kochi airport is advantageously placed to emerge as a key cargo hub in South India. And this year — which marks the silver jubilee of cargo operations at the airport — operator Cochin International Airport Ltd (CIAL) is betting on transforming Kochi into a multimodel logistics hub. 'Cargo business is booming at Kochi airport, but the potential is far higher,' highlighted Satish Kumar Pai, general manager and head of cargo at CIAL.
Source: newindianexpress.com
Trend report showcases cultural significance of fresh produce.
New Zealand consumers could embrace more fruits and vegetables this year as ongoing cost pressures, rapid digital adoption, and a renewed focus on wellbeing at home provide new opportunities for fresh produce to shine, according to a new report from United Fresh.
Source: fruitnet.com
From Serving the Nation to Serving the Soil: Retired Army Officer Leads Organic Farming with High-Density Apple Orchard in Himachal.
In the peaceful foothills of Himachal Pradesh, where the Himalayas rise like silent guardians and apple orchards stretch across the slopes, a quiet yet powerful transformation is taking shape. But this change isn’t being led by a seasoned farmer- it’s being spearheaded by a soldier who, after retiring from the Army, turned to the soil with a renewed sense of purpose. Colonel Divya Thakur, a retired Indian Army officer, has embraced a new mission: to bring back the true meaning of ‘organic’ in Indian farming and rebuild the trust between what is grown on the land and what reaches the consumer’s plate.
Source: krishijagran.com
'Sekoya patented varieties make their debut in Indian blueberry harvest'.
India's blueberry market shifts to domestic supply as Peru and Chile imports drop nearly to zero, explains Karan Parashar, Director of Exotic Imports Pvt. Ltd.. 'Peru completed 80% of its production so far; only mountain farms in Peru have limited fruit left. Chile sends most berries to Europe, as quality issues limit shipments to India. High airfreight costs from Peru are making imports unviable, leaving domestic production to fill the gap. Farms in North and Central India have started harvesting now, and the season will run through March or April.'
Source: freshplaza.com
'Buyers want eco-friendly packaging without premium price tags, India can deliver both'.
India's corrugated packaging sector grows at 22-25% yearly, with sustainable, high-strength solutions for fresh produce exports being a key segment, says Rohit Kapoor of Meghdoot Packaging India. 'Our boxes deliver 30% more compression strength and use 8% lesser paper consumption than our counterparts in India, making room for real savings on freight and materials without skimping on protection.'
Source: freshplaza.com
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal Announces Zero-Duty On 100 Per Cent Australian Tariff Lines From January 1.
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal today said that 100 per cent Australian tariff lines will be zero-duty for Indian exports from 1st of January next year. He said, this will unlock fresh opportunities for labour-intensive sectors.
Source: newsonair.gov.in
Georgia more than doubles potato exports in 2025.
Georgia significantly increased its potato exports in 2025, supplying a total of 83,264.5 tonnes to international markets, according to data from the National Statistics Service of Georgia. In value terms, exports reached USD 27.5 million, representing a 2.4-fold increase compared with 2024. The growth was driven by higher demand from several neighboring markets. The largest volumes were shipped to Russia, which imported 50,347.8 tonnes of Georgian potatoes with a total value of USD 20.5 million. This was nearly six times higher than the previous year.
Source: freshplaza.com
Blood oranges meet retailers’ commercial needs.
'We returned from Marca Fresh in Bologna with a number of important contacts, which further confirms its significant role in the fruit and vegetable sector. There was a greater turnout compared to last year, thanks in part to the presence of more exhibitors and the most important brands in the large-scale retail sector,' says Alessandro Barbera, the owner and general manager of Barbera International.
Source: freshplaza.com