Banana imports to Kyrgyzstan reach record high in 2024.
Kyrgyzstan's banana imports hit an all-time high in 2024, totaling 37,100 tonnes worth $27.2 million, according to the National Statistical Committee. This represents a 30% increase from 2023 (28,500 tonnes, $18.65 million), and nearly double the 2020 pandemic low of 20,000 tonnes ($9.2 million). The steady growth in recent years reflects rising consumer demand and improved supply chains.
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Organic Certification under National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP) involves a third-party certification, is recognized by European Commission and Switzerland at crop level: APEDA.
The National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP) was launched in 2001 by the Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Govt of India for exports of Organic products and APEDA acts as the Secretariat for the implementation of the NPOP. The system of grower group certification was launched in 2005, as it was felt necessary to cater to small and marginal farmers.
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Indo-UK FTA: UK market opens doors for Indian turmeric farmers.
As India and the UK agree upon a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), turmeric farmers in the country anticipate a new untapped market with a strong Indian diaspora and help them find better discovery of price. Though India is a leader in turmeric exports, the UK is not among the top-5 importers, leaving a huge scope for farmers.
Source: thehindubusinessline.com
India’s mango production to reach 36 mt in 2034, says OECD-FAO outlook.
Mango production in India, the leading producer and consumer of the fruit, is projected to account for about 36 million tonnes (mt) in 2034, or 42 per cent of global production, destined largely for local, informal markets, according to the OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook 2025-2034. The country’s per capita consumption is projected to increase by 1.2 per cent per annum over the outlook period, reaching 23.1 kg.
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Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan- Vocal for Local in Food Processing Sector.
As part of Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan - Vocal for Local Initiative in food processing sector, Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) is implementing a centrally sponsored 'PM Formalisation of Micro food processing Enterprises (PMFME) Scheme' for providing financial, technical and business support for setting up of new/ upgradation of micro food processing enterprises in the country including Tamil Nadu. The scheme is operational from 2020-21 to 2025-26 with an outlay of Rs. 10,000 Crore. The scheme aims to enhance the competitiveness of micro-enterprises in the unorganized segment of the food processing industry and promote formalization of the sector.
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Initiatives to Support FPOS and SHGS.
In order to promote and ensure overall development of Food Processing Industries, Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) has been incentivizing setting up/expansion of related infrastructure through its Central Sector schemes namely Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (PMKSY) Scheme, Production Linked Incentive Scheme for Food Processing Industry (PLISFPI) and Centrally Sponsored – Pradhan Mantri Formalization of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) Scheme across the country.
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Weather keeps Indian grape exporters cautiously optimistic.
Indian grape growers from Maharashtra, the country's primary grape-producing state, are navigating difficult weather conditions as they prepare for the next export season, says Sunil Shinde, Managing Director at Grape Master Farmer Producer Company based in Nashik. 'From early May to the end of June, which coincides with the backward or foundation pruning period, Nashik and adjoining regions saw continuous rainfall, disturbing critical fruit bud formation and photosynthesis processes,' Shinde explains. 'This has led to roughly 25-30% leaf damage due to diseases like downy mildew and anthracnose. The waterlogged conditions also delayed necessary spray treatments, as tractor access was limited,' he adds.
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Registration of FPOs, farmers and traders on E-Nam Platforms.
1522 mandis have been integrated with National Agriculture Market (e‑NAM) portal till 30th June 2025. 1,79,41,613 farmers, 2,67,719 traders, and 4,518 Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) are registered on the e-NAM platform as on 30 June 2025. The total value of agricultural produce traded on the e-NAM portal till this date stands at Rs.4,39,941 crore.
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Steps to enhance Agriculture Infrastructure.
The Government has undertaken several initiatives to enhance agricultural infrastructure and ensure better income for farmers through schemes such as Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF), Agriculture Marketing Infrastructure (AMI), Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture(MIDH), Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana(RKVY), Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN), Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) etc.
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Schemes to minimise Post-Harvest Losses.
Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) commissioned a study in 2022 namely, 'Study to determine Post harvest losses of Agri Produces in India' with reference year 2020-22 through NABARD Consultancy Services Pvt. Ltd. (NABCONS). The study was conducted for assessment of post-harvest losses for 54 commodities across 15 Agro-Climatic Zones for various categories, spread across 292 districts of India. The study identified the gaps in infrastructure development, technology infusion and skill requirements in the sector.
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