APEDA Facilitates Commercial Export of Amrapali Mangoes from Jharkhand to Dubai.
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has facilitated the commercial export of 2 metric tonnes (MT) of Amrapali mangoes from the Aspirational District of Gumla and Aspirational Block of Deoghar in Jharkhand to Dubai on July 3, 2026. The consignment was exported by M/s Fair Exports (India) Pvt. Ltd. for retail distribution across Lulu stores in Dubai, marking another milestone in promoting exports from tribal and women-led farmer collectives.
Source: pib.gov.in
Indian diaspora in New Zealand eager to welcome PM Modi, hopes visit will boost ties.
Members of the Indian diaspora in New Zealand on Tuesday expressed excitement over Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit, calling it a historic occasion as it would mark the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the country in nearly 40 years. Community members said the visit is expected to strengthen India-New Zealand relations, deepen people-to-people ties and give fresh momentum to the proposed Free Trade Agreement and broader economic cooperation between the two countries.
Source: indianewengland.com
Modi's Australia visit to deepen India ties amid Indo-Pacific security challenges.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Australia this week is expected to deepen ties between New Delhi and Canberra and give both countries a bigger role in keeping the Indo-Pacific stable and secure at a time of regional security challenges, experts said. The three-day visit to Melbourne from July 8 to 10 is also expected to advance cooperation in defence, trade and technology. Modi will hold talks with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, call on Governor-General Sam Mostyn, address top business leaders at the India-Australia CEOs Forum and meet members of the diaspora.
Source: indiatoday.in
India, Indonesia Push Trade In National Currencies, Deepen Maritime And Strategic Ties.
The two leaders welcomed ongoing discussions between the central banks of both countries to facilitate trade in local currencies, aiming to reduce transaction costs and strengthen economic ties. President Prabowo welcomed India's proposal for the joint development of Sabang Port, a strategically located facility near the entrance to the Malacca Strait. The project is expected to enhance cruise tourism, shipbuilding, energy services and maritime connectivity between India's Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Indonesia's Sumatra.
Source: businessworld.in
'Indian bananas have new market opportunities, but export-grade supply is becoming more selective'.
According to Pratiksha Patil, General Manager, Business Operations at Bandhan Agritech Pvt. Ltd., the sector has faced a far more challenging first half than the same period last year. 'Export competitiveness has weakened, shipment volumes have declined, and exporter margins have come under pressure,' she says. 'Rising freight costs, vessel delays, container shortages and supply chain disruptions have all played a role. At the same time, rainfall across major banana-producing regions such as Jalgaon and Tembhurni has reduced the availability of export-quality fruit, pushing procurement costs significantly higher.'
Source: freshplaza.com
India’s coffee exports rise 25% in January-June period.
India’s coffee exports registered a robust 25% growth in the first six months of 2026 at 2,55,587 tonnes, as against 2,04,265 tonnes in the corresponding period last year. Exporters earned 13% higher value at $1.3 billion during the period, as compared to $1.15 billion in the same period of the previous year, according to data available with the Coffee Board of India.
Source: deccanherald.com
Cherry milestone for India.
India has celebrated a new export breakthrough after sending its first consignment of Areko cherries and Scentrose plums from the Jammu and Kashmir region. India’s Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (Apeda) shared the news on 6 July, adding the development reflected India’s growing strength in exporting premium fresh fruits while enabling farmers to access international markets, realise better returns, and showcase the quality of Indian horticultural produce worldwide.
Source: fruitnet.com
India lines-up nearly 600,000 t of non-basmati rice exports as African markets continue to drive shipments.
India has scheduled 575,529 tonnes of non-basmati rice shipments through its major ports, reflecting stable export demand despite increased competition in the global rice market. West African countries continue to dominate India's export programme, supported by competitive pricing and sustained demand for both parboiled and white rice.
Source: bigmint.co
Afghan Agriculture Minister Ataullah Omari Arrives in India for Official Visit.
Afghan Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock Mawlawi Ataullah Omari arrived in New Delhi on Tuesday for an official visit to India. Welcoming the minister, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India looked forward to engaging discussions on issues of mutual interest.
Source: ddindia.co.in
Bengal invites pvt players for horticulture value chain boost.
The state govt is looking to rope in private players to develop mango, tomato and pineapple clusters across Bengal over the next three years, as it steps up efforts to boost the state’s horticulture sector and strengthen value chains. The clusters will be developed under the National Horticulture Board (NHB) scheme for commercial horticulture development through production and post-harvest management of horticulture crops.State horticulture and food processing minister Kalyan Chakraborti said mango clusters would be set up in Malda, Murshidabad and Nadia, along with export promotion centres, within the next two years.
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com