Nepal govt restricts imports of mangoes from India.
Nepal has restricted the import of mangoes from India due to the fruit allegedly containing excessive pesticides and a lack of quarantine facilities in the border areas, officials here said. As a result of the ban, the local markets are now filled with domestically grown mangoes. Mangoes are in high demand during the summer season.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
India exports 1-tonne of GI-tagged Tezpur Litchi to Dubai.
India has exported one tonne of GI-tagged Tezpur Litchi from Assam to Dubai, marking a step forward in promoting the premium fruit, known for its exceptional sweetness, bright-red colour and distinctive aroma, in overseas markets, the Commerce Ministry said on Tuesday. The ministry is promoting exports of agri products from the North Eastern Region.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
India's exports rising steadily due to policy push, reforms, official says.
India's exports have witnessed consistent growth in recent years, driven by supportive government policies, improved digital infrastructure, better logistics and trade reforms, a senior commerce ministry official said on Tuesday. Speaking at a regional media interaction organised by the Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC) and the Department of Commerce here, Senior Economic Adviser Agrim Kaushal highlighted the government's commitment to making India a global leader in the textiles and apparel sector.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma meets 'Team Europe' delegation to boost trade, investment linkages.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma attended a meeting with 'Team Europe,' the high-level European Union (EU) delegation, including EU Ambassador to India, Herve Delphin. The institutional engagement in the state capital follows the arrival of the diplomatic mission on June 8 for a two-day visit. The outreach is specifically aimed at advancing trade cooperation, exploring mutual investment frameworks, and expanding strategic commercial linkages between European markets and Northeast India.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
Minister of Food Processing Industry Shri Chirag Paswan Inaugurates SAPLING (South Asian Policy Leadership for Improved Nutrition and Growth) DIALOGUE- 2026.
The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), Government of India, in collaboration with the World Bank Group-led SAPLING initiative, inaugurated the Regional High-Level Policy Dialogue titled 'Unlocking Value: Advancing Food Processing for Employment Generation and Sustainable Growth in South Asia' in Ahmedabad, Gujarat on 9th June 2026. The two-day regional dialogue brings together around 200 participants including policymakers, industry leaders, development partners, innovators, researchers, startups, and representatives from South Asian countries to deliberate on strengthening food processing ecosystems and building resilient, inclusive, and sustainable food systems in the region.
Source: pib.gov.in
Oman trade deal boosts prospects for Indian onion exports.
Growing container congestion at Mundra Port is raising concerns among Indian onion exporters, particularly in Nashik district, at a time when new export opportunities are emerging in Oman under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Major ports along India's western coast play a key role in onion exports. Large volumes of onions from Nashik, Lasalgaon, Niphad, and Pimpalgaon Baswant are shipped to markets in West Asia, the Gulf region, and Southeast Asia. Exporters warn that continued congestion at Mundra could affect container availability, delay cargo movements, and disrupt export schedules.
Source: freshplaza.com
Assam CM Pushes For GI Tag Workshop To Protect Indigenous Crops.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has directed the Agriculture Department to convene a mega stakeholder workshop between August and September this year to secure Geographical Indication (GI) tags for the state’s indigenous agricultural produce. The directive came during a high-level review meeting on the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) held at Lok Sewa Bhawan in Guwahati on Monday.
Source: northeasttoday.in
Nepali mangoes replace Indian imports.
Following the federal government’s sudden restriction on the import of mangoes and several other fruits from India, markets in Janakpurdham are now largely stocked with locally grown mangoes, while fruit traders say the decision has left them increasingly worried about supply and business sustainability. Mangoes, one of the most popular fruits during the summer season, are in particularly high demand and traders say disruptions in supply are already beginning to affect the market.
Source: risingnepaldaily.com
BRICS+ agriculture beyond borders: Trade and resilience for a food-secure world.
Agriculture today stands at a defining crossroads. Climate change, geopolitical uncertainty, water stress, biodiversity loss, rising input costs, and market volatility are reshaping food systems across the world. At the same time, countries must produce more nutritious food, improve farmer incomes, protect natural resources, and create dignified livelihoods for rural communities. In this setting, BRICS+ has emerged as a strategic platform for building a more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable agri-food future.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
Science at scale: India’s journey from food security to global leadership.
India’s agricultural journey is one of the most remarkable stories of transformation in modern history. From a nation once dependent on food imports and vulnerable to droughts and shortages, India has emerged as a global agricultural powerhouse, feeding more than 1.4 billion people while contributing significantly to global food security.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com