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Sep 26, 2025 News Image New pomegranate varieties could broaden India’s export prospects.
Weather disruptions caused delays in fruit setting and harvest, prompting exporters to adopt improved pre-harvest and post-harvest practices, Savalkar shares. 'Despite these challenges, the quality of the Bhagwa variety has improved, showing better color and sweetness. However, prices in export markets have softened by 5–7% compared to the previous season, mainly due to increased availability from competing origins and fluctuating demand in Europe. Yet, premium shipments to the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Qatar have continued to fetch strong returns, matching last year's levels.'
 Source:  freshplaza.com
Sep 26, 2025 News Image 'Promotion of non-traditional crops has brought great diversity to horticultural activities in Sikkim' – Shri Chouhan.
Union Minister for Agriculture, Farmers’ Welfare, and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan today virtually inaugurated the administrative and academic buildings of the College of Horticulture at Bermiok, Sikkim, under the Central Agricultural University, Imphal, along with the Annual Regional Workshop. Governor of Sikkim Shri Om Prakash Mathur, Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Shri Bhagirath Choudhary, Agriculture Minister of Sikkim Shri Puran Kumar Gurung, Vice Chancellor Dr. Anupam Mishra, and other dignitaries were present at the event.
 Source:  pib.gov.in
Sep 26, 2025 News Image India has made Open Platforms providing opportunities for everyone, Platforms for All, Progress for All: PM.
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated and addressed the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show 2025 in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh today. Speaking on the occasion, Prime Minister welcomed all traders, investors, entrepreneurs, and young participants attending the UP International Trade Show. He expressed happiness that over 2,200 exhibitors are showcasing their products and services at the event. Shri Modi highlighted that Russia is the country partner for this edition of the trade show, underscoring the strengthening of a time-tested partnership. He congratulated Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, government colleagues, and other stakeholders for organizing the event. The Prime Minister noted that the occasion coincides with the birth anniversary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya, who guided the nation on the path of Antyodaya—upliftment of the last person in the queue. He emphasized that Antyodaya means ensuring development reaches even the poorest, eliminating all forms of discrimination. He further remarked that India is now offering this very model of inclusive development to the world.
 Source:  pib.gov.in
Sep 26, 2025 News Image India to impose Rs.8 a tonne fee to register non-basmati rice exports.
After introducing mandatory registration of contracts for export of non-basmati rice, the Indian government has decided to levy a token fee of Rs.8 per tonne to promote the staple cereal as an India brand. Currently, several varieties are exported in bulk and they lose identity in the foreign soil as an Indian variety when packed by local importers for retail sales there. Unlike the basmati industry, which got divided after a recent hike in the fee, all the three non-basmati exporters associations have supported the move of the government and are hopeful of yielding tangible results.
 Source:  thehindubusinessline.com
Sep 26, 2025 News Image Global prices of pulses drop to record lows as Canada, Australia, Russia and Africa tussle for market share.
Prices of major pulses in the global market have dropped to record lows as Canada, Australia, Russia and African nations are engaged in a stiff competition to gain market share. Over the past month, prices have declined between 5 per cent and 20 per cent as the harvest of peas and lentils in these countries’ is good. Trade analysts say the development does not augur well for Indian farmers as they are either harvesting or set to harvest their crops. Crops such as urad (black matpe), tur (pigeon peas), masur (red lentils) and moth dal (green lentils) are reported to have been affected by August-September torrential rain in various parts of the country.
 Source:  thehindubusinessline.com
Sep 26, 2025 News Image India buys record Argentine soy oil volume after export duty scrapped, sources say.
India purchased 300,000 metric tons of soyoil from Argentina during Tuesday and Wednesday, the largest ever purchase in a two-day period, dealers said, taking advantage of Buenos Aires' move to scrap export taxes on soybeans and other food products. The aggressive purchases will help Argentina cut its soyoil stocks, but could also mean fewer palm oil shipments from Indonesia and Malaysia to India.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
Sep 26, 2025 News Image Russian Deputy PM Dmitry Patrushev eyes JVs with India in agriculture.
Russian deputy prime minister Dmitry Patrushev is leading one of the biggest ever Russian delegations to India to attend the World Food India expo that kicked off on Thursday, eyeing joint ventures in agriculture and related areas, including fertilisers. Russia is a key global player in fertilisers and other agri-related sectors and India-Russia partnership in these areas would strengthen multipolarity and take the two countries' partnership beyond a purely buyer-seller relationship, a person aware of the negotiations explained. Patrushev's visit could also help finetune bilateral strategy to export shrimps to Russia.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
Sep 25, 2025 News Image India-Morocco & India-Jordan trade ties to deepen, boosting North Africa & Middle East markets.
India is actively expanding its trade and investment footprint in North Africa and the Middle East, with growing bilateral engagement with Morocco and Jordan. Morocco’s Secretary of State Omar Hejira highlighted the strategic importance of Morocco due to its location and links with African, European, and Arab countries, as well as free trade agreements that can balance bilateral investment flows. Simultaneously, Jordan Ambassador Youssef Abdelghani emphasized the strong historical and economic ties between India and Jordan, with bilateral trade exceeding $3 billion annually Both countries are looking to attract Indian investment in IT, AI, pharmaceuticals, renewable energy, and green energy.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
Sep 25, 2025 News Image Tariff effect: At UP trade show, buyer list expands, LatAm presence up 70%.
The export reset thrust on India because of 50% tariffs imposed by Donald Trump is evident at UP's flagship trade show, in its more diverse buyer catalogue that govt hopes will translate into new clients who can compensate for loss of US orders. The US is one of the biggest markets for exporters in the state, particularly apparel and handicrafts.Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS), which will be inaugurated by the PM on Thursday, will see a much bigger contingent of buyers this time from Latin America as well as Africa. European presence will remain consistent – the continent accounts for the largest group of buyers who will be present at India Expo Mart in Greater Noida. The event, running till Sept 29, will host more than 2,500 exhibitors and 500 foreign buyers. Russia is joining as the partner country.An ODOP (one district, one product) pavilion and a special CM Yuva innovation hall will be among highlights for visitors.
 Source:  timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Sep 25, 2025 News Image India and Australia sign Mutual Recognition Arrangement(MRA) for Organic Products India-Australia partnership strengthens with Organic MRA.
The Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA) for organic products between India and Australia has been signed on 24th September 2025 at Vanijya Bhavan, New Delhi. This Arrangement demonstrates the shared commitment of the India–Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Arrangement (ECTA) and strengthens the strategic partnership between India and Australia.
 Source:  pib.gov.in