NewKerala.com

APEDA Opens Raipur Office to Boost Chhattisgarh's Agri Exports to Global Markets

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has inaugurated a regional office in Raipur to strengthen agricultural exports from Chhattisgarh. The state has significant potential in premium rice, GI-tagged products, fruits, vegetables, and minor forest produce. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai stated the office is a mission to connect the state's farmers to the global economy. The office will provide export registration, advisory support, and market linkages to local producers and exporters.

Key Points: APEDA Raipur Office to Boost Chhattisgarh Agri Exports

  • Boost agri exports from Chhattisgarh
  • Empower local farmers and exporters
  • Focus on GI-tagged and premium rice varieties
  • Provide registration and market linkage support
2 min read

APEDA's new office in Raipur to strengthen agri exports, empower farmers

New APEDA regional office in Raipur aims to empower farmers and expand exports of rice, GI products, and fruits from Chhattisgarh globally.

"a mission to integrate Chhattisgarh's farmers with the global economy - Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai"

New Delhi, Jan 12

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority on Monday said it has inaugurated a regional office in Raipur to boost agri and processed food exports from Chhattisgarh.

Chhattisgarh offers significant export potential across a wide range of products, including premium non-basmati rice varieties and Geographical Indication (GI)-tagged products such as Jeeraphool Rice and Nagri Dubraj Rice.

According to Commerce Ministry, the state also produces a variety of fruits and vegetables including guava, banana, dragon fruit, jackfruit, custard apple, tomato and cucumber, along with important minor forest produce such as mahua, tamarind, herbal and medicinal plants, providing strong opportunities to expand its presence in global markets.

According to an official statement, this is a significant step towards positioning Chhattisgarh as a major hub for agricultural and processed food exports.

Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai said that the opening of the APEDA Regional Office in Raipur is a mission to integrate Chhattisgarh's farmers with the global economy.

He highlighted the potential of the state's farmers, exporters and entrepreneurs in global agri-markets, adding that Chhattisgarh would emerge as a leader in high-value and sustainable agricultural exports.

CM Sai thanked Commerce and Industry Minister, Piyush Goyal, for sanctioning the APEDA office in Chhattisgarh based on the request of the state government and assured full support to APEDA and the Department of Commerce in expanding exports of agricultural and organic products from the state.

The APEDA Regional Office was inaugurated during the second edition of the India International Rice Summit, organised by the Rice Exporters Association of Chhattisgarh in collaboration with APEDA and other organisations.

According to a Commerce Ministry statement, the establishment of the APEDA Regional Office in Raipur marks an important milestone for Chhattisgarh's agrarian economy.

The new office will facilitate farmers, producer groups, cooperatives and exporters by providing services such as export registration, advisory support, market intelligence, certification assistance, export facilitation, infrastructure development and market linkage support, said the ministry.

- IANS

Share this article:

Reader Comments

P
Priyanka N
Great initiative. But the real test will be in its implementation. We've seen many offices open with big promises. Will they help with organic certification costs? Will they ensure fair prices for farmers? The focus should be on empowering FPOs (Farmer Producer Organisations).
A
Aman W
Dragon fruit and jackfruit from CG can be a huge hit abroad! Smart move. This can reduce dependency on traditional crops and increase income. Hope they also focus on processing units near farms to add value and create local jobs.
S
Sarah B
As someone working in sustainable agriculture, I'm pleased to see mention of minor forest produce like mahua and medicinal plants. Preserving traditional knowledge while creating economic value is key. Hope the model is inclusive and environmentally sound.
V
Vikram M
Good step. But one office in Raipur? Chhattisgarh is a big state. They need mobile units or smaller facilitation centres in districts like Bastar, Bilaspur to truly reach the grassroots. Infrastructure development is mentioned, hope it includes cold chains and storage.
K
Kriti O
Finally! Our GI-tagged rice will get its due. My family is from the region and I know how hard the farmers work. Market intelligence and linkage support are crucial. Jai Kisaan! 🇮🇳

We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.

Leave a Comment

Minimum 50 characters 0/50