Pulse tariffs part of Canada-India free trade discussions.
A free trade agreement between Canada and India should be signed this year, but it’s not yet known whether pulse crops will be part of the deal. Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe said he hoped so. The province exported about two million tonnes of peas and lentils to India in 2024, valued at $1.4 billion.
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Struggling farmers pin hopes on export of Wayanad rice varieties.
Struggling for survival due to multiple challenges, from erratic weather and labour shortage to soaring input costs and wildlife incursions, paddy farmers of Wayanad are now pinning hopes on the export potential of GI-tagged rice varieties like Gandhakasala and Jeerakasala. Last month, M D Padmarajan, a farmer, exported six quintals of Gandhakasala rice to Dubai. The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the export by introducing Padmarajan to Lulu Exports, which procured the rice.
Source: newindianexpress.com
Broader mango assortments reveal untapped demand for regional varieties in India.
Handpickd, a direct-to-consumer fresh produce platform operating in Gurugram, Noida, and Bengaluru, offered more than 30 mango varieties this season, a significantly broader assortment than is available through most retail and quick-commerce channels in India. 'The demand was always there; platforms simply weren't offering the choice. When consumers are given real variety, they respond,' Goel says.
Source: freshplaza.com
State scraps 50% import duty refund scheme for oranges.
Maharashtra Government has decided to scrap the 50 per cent import duty refund scheme introduced to help orange growers overcome duty hurdle for exporting the table fruit to neighboring Bangladesh, the biggest export market. The decision stems from its low offtake and criticism that the scheme only benefited traders plus middlemen and not the actual growers for whom the support was intended. The scheme was introduced in year 2023 after Bangladesh revised the duties from 2019, latter increased it three times from Rs 20/kg to Rs 63/kg and at one point of time it breached Rs 100/kg mark, following which traders from neighbouring country turned their back on orange belt of Vidarbha. The Marketing Department of State Government which was overseeing implementation of the scheme but despite subsidy intervention, the orange export to Bangladesh did not materialise, one major reason was long delay in port clearance and also at the border checkpoints, which virtually strangulated the trade.
Source: thehitavada.com
Simdega's 1st mango export to UK historic feat, sign of success of J'khand govt scheme: Official.
The first export consignment of fresh ‘Amrapali’ mangoes from Jharkhand’s Simdega to the UK was a historic achievement and a testament to the success of a state government’s scheme to promote sustainable livelihood, an official said. The mangoes were purchased at Rs 42/kg, which is a much better realisation compared to the market price, Simdega Deputy Commissioner Kanchan Singh said.
Source: theprint.in
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