India targets horticulture growth in Jammu and Kashmir.
India's policy body, NITI Aayog, has released a 20-year roadmap aimed at developing horticulture in Jammu and Kashmir by 2047 as part of the country's Viksit Bharat mission. The plan will be implemented in three phases. The first stage focuses on nurseries, cold storage infrastructure, and training by 2030. The second phase aims to expand activities across all districts by 2035, while the final stage targets greater integration into domestic and export markets by 2047.
Source: freshplaza.com
India and Philippines Discuss Strengthening Trade Framework Through ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement Review and Preferential Trade Agreement.
The fourteenth meeting of the India-Philippines Joint Working Group on Trade and Investment (JWGTI) was convened on 05 June 2026, in Manila, Philippines. The Meeting was co-chaired by Mr. Amit Verma, Joint Secretary, Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce and Industry of the Republic of India, and Mr. Allan B. Gepty, Undersecretary, Department of Trade and Industry, International Trade Group. Representatives of concerned Ministries, Departments, and Organisations also participated through video conferencing.
Source: pib.gov.in
More than 9.42 lakh farmers have joined the ‘Save the Farm Campaign’, giving balanced fertiliser use the character of a mass movement.
The nationwide ‘Khet Bachao Abhiyan’ launched under the aegis of the Union Ministry for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare to promote balanced fertiliser use, conservation of soil fertility and sustainable farming practices is continuing with extensive public outreach activities across the country. As of June 4, 2026, more than 9.42 lakh farmers have been connected with the campaign through various programmes and initiatives.
Source: pib.gov.in
Department of Consumer Affairs Prescribes Standard Pack Sizes for Edible Oils under Legal Metrology Framework.
In a significant step towards enhancing consumer transparency and promoting fair trade practices, the Department of Consumer Affairs has amended the Standard Operating Procedure (SoP) dated 29.12.2023 for determination of net quantity and standard pack sizes of edible oils and fats under the Legal Metrology framework. The decision follows extensive consultations with major edible oil industry associations representing nearly 90 per cent of the country's edible oil sector. The initiative seeks to address the growing proliferation of varying package sizes in the market, which often makes it difficult for consumers to compare prices and make informed purchasing decisions.
Source: pib.gov.in
APEDA Facilitates First Export of Fresh Mangoes from Jharkhand to United Kingdom.
In a significant development for agricultural exports from Jharkhand, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, flagged off the first commercial consignment of fresh mangoes from the State to the United Kingdom. The flag-off ceremony was held in Kolkata on 4 June 2026.
Source: pib.gov.in
EU may not get exclusive marketing status for its wines, spirits and cheese in India.
The European Union (EU) could end up losing exclusive marketing rights for its wines, spirits and cheese in India, as it has called for a United Nations (UN) resolution to New Delhi’s dispute with Pakistan over Jammu and Kashmir. Exclusive marketing rights mean recognising that a product is specifically grown in that region. The marketing rights are given through recognition for a Geographical Indication (GI) tag for the specific product.
Source: thehindubusinessline.com
Maize farmers likely to shift to cotton, soybean, paddy, ragi.
India’s overall kharif (monsoon season) acreage is expected to remain resilient amid predictions of a deficient monsoon. However, yields will depend on three factors -- spatial and temporal distribution of rainfall, pest and disease management and fertiliser availability. This is despite adequate availability of water, which will facilitate timely land preparation and sowing activities across major agricultural regions, according to a research report by Crisil.
Source: thehindubusinessline.com
India entered 1,821 new markets in FY26: an agri exports keep pace without supply chain reform?
In FY26, India’s export diversification generated nearly $202 million in additional exports through new product-entry combinations, with sectors like marine products, pulses, and agri-processing contributing significantly. At the same time, India’s agricultural exports rose 2.8 per cent to $52.55 billion despite geographical disruptions and global inflationary headwinds.
Source: thehindubusinessline.com
India’s dairy boom moves beyond metros as smaller cities drive demand.
India’s organised dairy market is finding its next wave of growth far beyond the metros. From Thrissur in Kerala and Nagercoil in Tamil Nadu to Manipal in Karnataka, dairy companies are witnessing consumption patterns that increasingly mirror those of larger cities, with order frequencies and spending levels in some categories matching, and occasionally surpassing, metro benchmarks. Industry executives attribute this shift to a combination of rising incomes, rapid urbanisation and a growing preference for branded, quality-assured dairy products. As aspirations rise and cold-chain infrastructure improves, consumers in smaller cities are moving beyond basic milk purchases and embracing a wider range of value-added dairy offerings.
Source: thehindubusinessline.com
Oman ports emerge as India's gateway to West Asia, Africa.
As the India-Oman CEPA came into force on June 1, the Gulf nation's ports of Sohar, Salalah and Duqm in the Indian Ocean Region are emerging as gateways for Indian exporters and investors to wider markets in West Asia, North Africa and East Africa.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com