100 Districts in Focus: Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (DDKY) to Drive India’s Next Agriculture Boost.
The 100 districts under Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya,Krishi Yojana (DDKY) have been identified on the basis of three key indicators of low crop productivity, low cropping intensity, and less agricultural credit disbursement. The DDKY scheme aims to enhance agricultural productivity, increase adoption of crop diversification and sustainable agricultural practices, augment post-harvest storage at the panchayat and block levels, improve irrigation facilities, and facilitate availability of long-term and short-term credit.
Source: pib.gov.in
Progress of Area Coverage under Summer Crops as on 20.03.2026.
Progress of Area Coverage under Summer Crops as on 20.03.2026.
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India introduces logistics relief for delayed export cargo.
India's logistics sector has introduced a set of measures to manage cost and operational pressure on exporters and importers following disruptions to maritime trade routes. Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority has announced a temporary waiver of ground rent and storage charges for cargo affected by delays. Concessions on reefer container plug-in fees have also been introduced, targeting perishable shipments such as fresh fruit and vegetables, seafood, and processed food.
Source: freshplaza.com
APEDA launches Veg.Net Portal to strengthen traceability for exports of drumstick and green chilies to European Union.
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, has announced the launch of the Veg.Net portal, a landmark digital platform set to go live in March 2026. This initiative is designed to fortify India’s agri-export ecosystem by ensuring strict compliance with European Union (EU) requirements for Green Chilies and Drumsticks, commodities that have faced heightened scrutiny in recent audits.
Source: agrospectrumindia.com
France tightens agrochemical rules: APEDA warns exporters of fresh fruits and vegetables.
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, has issued a critical advisory to exporters of fresh fruits and vegetables to France following a notified order adopted by French authorities pursuant to Article 54 of Regulation (EC) No 178/2002.
Source: agrospectrumindia.com
APEDA exports 25 tonnes of GI-tagged Joha rice from Assam to UK and Italy.
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), operating under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, facilitated the first export of 25 metric tonnes of Geographical Indication (GI)-tagged Joha Rice from Assam to the United Kingdom and Italy. The consignment was dispatched on March 12 in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture, Government of Assam, according to a press release from the Ministry of Commerce & Industry.
Source: thenewsmill.com
Farm exporters take costly detours as Middle East conflict disrupts trade.
Indian horticulture exporters are rerouting shipments to alternative Middle East ports like Khor Fakkan. This move aims to bypass congestion and disruptions at Jebel Ali port in Dubai. The shift is crucial for perishable agricultural exports to West Asia. Despite increased freight costs, this strategy ensures trade continuity and helps overcome recent business losses.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
Rabi pulses ease on improving arrivals.
Prices of key rabi pulses such as gram (chana) and lentils (masur) have eased further on improving arrivals across key producing regions and are likely to remain range bound according to the trade. The All India Average wholesale mandi prices of chana eased to Rs. 5042.55 per quintal for the week ended March 21 over the earlier week’s Rs. 5147.31. Similarly, the lentils prices eased to Rs. 6778.37 for the week ended March 21 over earlier week’s Rs. 7245.51, as per the UPAG.
Source: thehindubusinessline.com
Government Restores RoDTEP Rates and Value Caps to Support Exporters Amid West Asia Trade Disruptions.
Recent developments in West Asia have led to challenges in maritime logistics, including changes in routing and transit patterns. These have had an impact on logistics costs and shipping schedules for export consignments moving to or through the region.
Source: pib.gov.in
Indian sugar mills rush export deals on record-low rupee, rising global prices.
Indian sugar mills have returned to the export market, locking in 100,000 metric tons of shipments in a week after a slump in the rupee to a record low and a rally in global prices restored the economics of overseas sales, five dealers told Reuters. Shipments from the world's second biggest sugar producer will help Asian and African consumers to secure sugar at lower prices amid rising freight and global prices , which are trading near the highest level in five months.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com