Gujarat's Fisheries Boom: Export Surge, Coastal Expansion and Rs 1,622-Crore Modernisation Drive
With India's longest 2,340 km coastline, Gujarat has strengthened its position as the country's second-largest marine fish producer, achieving an average output of 8.56 lakh metric tonne over the past four years. The Dholai Port along the Ambika River in Navsari has become a major centre of this growth witnessing the arrival of hundreds of boats per day, reflecting the expanding scale of marine activity in the region.
Source: https://www.business-standard.com/markets/capital-market-news/gujarat-s-fisheries-boom-export-surge-coastal-expansion-and-rs-1-622-crore-modernisation-drive-125112700617_1.html
The Japanese Fruit Cultivation, A New Agricultural Trend In Himachal Pradesh
This fruit is fetching good prices in the market. Madanlal, a resident of Khokhan village in Kullu district, cultivated Japanese persimmon fruit plants in his fields with the help of the Horticulture Department and is now earning good profits from his Japanese fruit production. Horticulture owner Madanlal says, "Previously, traditional crops like wheat and corn were grown on our farms. However, since we started growing Japanese fruit, the income has improved significantly. We could have also grown apples and pomegranates, but the high cost of pesticides, fertilizers, and sprays on both crops results in low profits. Therefore, I chose Japanese persimmon fruit as an alternative. These are fetching prices ranging from 120 to 180 rupees per kg in the market."
Source: https://www.etvbharat.com/en/offbeat/the-japanese-fruit-cultivation-a-new-agricultural-trend-in-himachal-pradesh-enn25112104017
Govt may give 2.5-3 pc subsidy benefits under Interest Equalisation Scheme for exporters
The government is likely to provide subsidy benefits in the range of 2.5-3 per cent under the Interest Equalisation Scheme to exporters in certain sectors for pre- and post-shipment credit, according to an official. The scheme details are expected to be released next week.The official also said that the annual benefit may be capped at Rs 50 lakh per exporter.
Source: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/
Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan will be on a visit to Punjab
Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan will be on a two-day visit to Punjab from November 26–27, 2025, where he will hold direct interactions with farmers and beneficiaries of rural development projects, including MGNREGA (Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act). During the visit, he will also hold discussions with office bearers and representatives of various stakeholder institutions associated with these initiatives. As the Union Minister leading the national agenda for agricultural progress and rural empowerment — guided by the vision of a developed rural economy, modern farming systems, and prosperous farmers — Shri Chouhan will use his Punjab visit to assess the on-ground progress of ongoing schemes and provide directions for future action plans.
Source: https://www.pib.gov.in/
India begins detailed mapping of global trade rules to boost export compliance
The Commerce Ministry has started a full-scale mapping of mandatory and voluntary non-tariff measures (NTMs) that Indian exporters face in overseas markets, news agency PTI reported on November 25. The move by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) is part of preparations for the newly approved Export Promotion Mission. It aims to create a central database that will help exporters navigate technical compliance demands, reduce trade hurdles and improve the quality of outbound shipments. The DGFT has asked exporters, industry bodies, export promotion councils and commodity boards to share all relevant information on NTMs within seven days. The information will include certification requirements, testing procedures, inspections, audits and labelling rules imposed by destination countries.
Source: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/
Banana Boom: Maharashtra farmers expand acreage as India eyes bigger global market
Lucrative prices and rising commercial demand are set to push up banana acreage in Maharashtra in marketing year 2025, strengthening India’s production and export prospects. A recent Crisil–APEDA report projects Maharashtra to consolidate its position as the country’s leading banana hub, contributing nearly 25 per cent to India’s 14.2-million-tonne output.
Source: https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/
India launches traceability framework to achieve Rs 1 lakh crore seafood export target by 2030
Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh addressed stakeholders, emphasizing the need for coordinated efforts and the strategic use of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) to expand India's global market access. He described the new Traceability Framework as a transformative milestone that will bolster seafood exports by enabling real-time, end-to-end tracking of products from 'catch to consumer.' The framework will use digital tools like blockchain and IoT to enhance food safety, sustainability, and transparency across the value chain, ensuring better returns for fishers.
Source: https://www.fnbnews.com/
Canada's top diplomat says Ottawa is working fast to advance India trade deal
Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand said Monday that Canada and India will move quickly to advance a trade deal after two years of strained relations, noting Ottawa has a new foreign policy in response to US President Donald Trump's trade war. Anand's statement follows a meeting between Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Group of 20 summit in South Africa this past weekend, where the leaders agreed to restart stalled talks for a new trade deal.
Source: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/
Exports in positive zone; SEZ surplus can help cut imports, says Piyush Goyal
Union Minister Piyush Goyal said that India's exports have rebounded this month till 21 November after falling 12% last month and are now in the positive zone, as reported by PTI. Goyal said that sectors like seafood have shown healthy growth and and as per quick estimates the country's merchandise exports continue to be on an upward trajectory till November 21 as compared to the same period last year. After chairing the Board of Trade meeting Goyal told the reporters that the exports are in the positive territory and significant growth has been seen in several sectors.
Source: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/
Union Minister of Commerce & Industry Shri Piyush Goyal Calls for Strong Centre–State Partnership to Boost India’s Export Growth at the Fourth Board of Trade Meeting
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Shri Piyush Goyal said that India must expand its economy and create more employment opportunities by increasing exports, emphasising the need for strong collaboration between the Central Government and the States to drive export expansion and diversification. The fourth meeting of the reconstituted Board of Trade (BoT), chaired by Shri Goyal, was held in New Delhi today, where the Minister highlighted the resilient performance of the Indian economy amid global volatility and reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to accelerating export growth.
Source: https://www.pib.gov.in/