Nov 13, 2025 News Image Bangladesh resumes apple imports from India after eight years.
After nearly eight years, apple imports from India have resumed through Bangladesh's Hili Land Port in Dinajpur. The first shipment entered the country on October 9, marking the reopening of a trade route that had been inactive for almost a decade.
 Source:  freshplaza.com
Nov 13, 2025 News Image Bangladesh to import 50,000 metric tonnes of boiled rice.
The rice will be procured under international tender from M/S Agrocorp International Pte Ltd, Singapore, at a total cost of Tk 217.09 crore, with a per-tonne price of US$ 355.59, according to a meeting of the Advisers’ Council Committee on Government Purchase today (November 12) at the Bangladesh Secretariat. The Finance Adviser, Dr Salehuddin Ahmed, said the government’s objective is to ensure a stable food supply, particularly during the upcoming Ramadan season, while maintaining price balance for consumers.
 Source:  en.somoynews.tv
Nov 13, 2025 News Image Philippines redefines rice import policy with market-linked tariff framework for 2026.
According to Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr., the resumption of imports early next year is essential to ensure adequate buffer stocks ahead of the next harvest season. The Department of Agriculture (DA) has set December 15, 2025, as the internal deadline to finalize the tariff rate applicable from January 1, 2026, which will replace the current 15 per cent levy.
 Source:  agrospectrumindia.com
Nov 13, 2025 News Image India's rice exporters seek deals with emerging markets after strong monsoon.
India's rice traders plan to seek export deals for the new season's crop with buyers in emerging markets such as Iraq, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia, a top industry official said, after above-average monsoon rains boosted output. 'India is already a major player in the global rice trade, and our aim now is to tap buyers in less-served markets to further boost exports at a time when production and stocks are strong,' Dev Garg, vice president of the Indian Rice Exporters Federation, said on Monday.
 Source:  reuters.com
Nov 13, 2025 News Image Prime Minister Modi to address South India Natural Farming Summit 25 in Coimbatore on November 19.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Coimbatore on November 19 to address the South India Natural Farming Summit 25 to be hosted in Coimbatore by farmers’ associations in Tamil Nadu, to take forward farming practices propagated by late G. Nammazhvar, organic farming expert. The Prime Minister, after his inaugural address, will interact with 50 scientists specialising in organic agriculture from the Southern States at tje CODISSIA Hall, to chalk out policies for broad-basing Natural farming.
 Source:  thehindu.com
Nov 13, 2025 News Image India’s nut export transformation.
India’s nut industry holds immense promise in the global market, with its rich biodiversity, diverse agro-climatic zones and growing reputation for quality produce. Yet, unlocking this potential requires coordinated action between state governments, central agencies and farmers. By aligning local interventions with national trade and policy frameworks, India can significantly enhance its nut exports, ensure better income for farmers and strengthen its position in international markets.
 Source:  hindustantimes.com
Nov 13, 2025 News Image PAU centre takes part in online meet to boost agri exports, processed foods.
The NIDHI-TBI team at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), along with its incubatees, participated in an online meeting organised by the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), recently. The APEDA, functioning under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, is responsible for promoting the export of agricultural and processed food products from the country.
 Source:  tribuneindia.com
Nov 13, 2025 News Image Piyush Goyal, Saudi Investment Minister Discuss Ways To Deepen Economic, Trade Ties.
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday met Saudi Arabia’s Investment Minister Khalid Al Falih and discussed ways to further deepen economic and trade ties between the two nations. The discussions centred around advancing trade and investment in tech, energy, infrastructure and startups, among other sectors.
 Source:  ddnews.gov.in
Nov 13, 2025 News Image Jaishankar, Rubio discuss trade ties and supply chain cooperation.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday held talks with his American counterpart Marco Rubio with a focus on issues relating to trade and supply chains. The meeting took place on the sidelines of a conclave of G7 foreign ministers in Canada.
 Source:  business-standard.com
Nov 13, 2025 News Image Canada’s trade minister to visit India to boost business ties.
Just as External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar arrived in Canada on Tuesday, their Minister of International Trade Maninder Singh Sidhu announced he will be travelling to New Delhi and Vishakhapatnam. 'This visit to India will reinforce Canada’s commitment to diversifying our trade relationships and attracting new investment. As one of the fastest-growing major economies, India offers significant opportunities for Canadian businesses and workers,' Sidhu said in a statement released by Global Affairs Canada (GAC), the country’s foreign ministry.
 Source:  hindustantimes.com