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Assam's GI-Tagged Karbi Anglong Ginger Exported to London for First Time

Assam's Agriculture Minister flagged off the first-ever export of GI-tagged Karbi Anglong ginger to London, marking a significant achievement for the state's agricultural sector. The 1.2-metric-tonne trial consignment follows successful international buyer-seller meets organized by APEDA. The GI tag authenticates the ginger's origin and quality, potentially opening new international markets and boosting farmer incomes. In related Assam news, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit the state on March 13 to lay foundation stones for development projects ahead of assembly elections.

Key Points: Assam Exports First GI-Tagged Karbi Anglong Ginger to London

  • First export of GI-tagged Karbi Anglong ginger
  • Trial consignment of 1.2 metric tonnes
  • Result of APEDA's buyer-seller meets
  • Milestone for Assam's farmers and agriculture
  • PM Modi to visit Assam on March 13
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Assam flags off export of GI-tagged Karbi Anglong Ginger to London

Assam flags off first export of GI-tagged Karbi Anglong ginger to London, a milestone for farmers and the state's agricultural sector.

"This is the first time that ginger is being exported... This is a matter of great happiness for us. - Atul Bora"

Guwahati, March 2

Assam Agriculture Minister Atul Bora on Monday flagged off the first export of GI-tagged Karbi Anglong Ginger to London during a programme held at Krishi Bhawan, Khanapara in Guwahati.

Speaking on the occasion, Bora expressed happiness over the milestone achievement and highlighted the quality of ginger produced in the hilly regions of Karbi Anglong.

"This is the first time that ginger is being exported. This ginger is from Karbi Anglong. Its quality is very good. We are exporting it to London. This is a matter of great happiness for us," Bora said.

Vineeta Sudhanshu, General Manager, APEDA, said this is the first time ginger from Assam is being exported to London.

"This is the first time that Karbi Anglong GI ginger is going from Assam to London. In January, we organised an international buyer-seller meet where international buyers came, and our exporters participated. We regularly do these buyer-seller meets, so it is a result of that. They liked our products there and showed interest in purchasing them," Sudhanshu said.

She added that this is a trial consignment of 1.2 metric tonnes, and if successful, further shipments will follow.

"This is a first trial consignment of 1.2 metric tonnes. If this is successful and they like the quality, then we will do further shipments," she said.

The export marks a significant milestone for Assam's agricultural sector, particularly for farmers in Karbi Anglong district. The Geographical Indication (GI) tag adds value to the product and ensures its authenticity and quality in international markets.

The initiative is expected to open new markets for Assam's agricultural produce and boost farmers' income in the region.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Kokrajhar in Assam on March 13, Assam Minister Urkhao Gwra Brahma said on Sunday.

Speaking to ANI, the Assam Minister said that the PM Modi will lay foundation stones of development projects in the state."On the upcoming 13th, the Prime Minister is scheduled to visit the market to lay the foundation stone for a project. According to an agreement, another project's foundation stone also needs to be laid. The government list has not been released yet,"

Urkhao Gwra Brahma said.PM Modi's Assam visit comes ahead of the State Legislative Assembly elections scheduled to be held later this year.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Great initiative, but 1.2 metric tonnes is a very small trial. The real test will be scaling this up sustainably and ensuring the farmers in Karbi Anglong actually see a significant increase in their income, not just middlemen. Fingers crossed for them.
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Aman W
As someone from the Northeast, it's heartening to see our products getting global recognition. Karbi Anglong ginger is indeed top quality. Hope the logistics and supply chain are robust enough to maintain that quality all the way to London.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the article pivot to PM Modi's visit at the end. While export news is positive, linking every development to political visits ahead of elections feels a bit forced. Let the agricultural achievement stand on its own merit.
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Vikram M
Jai Assam! This is a proud moment for the entire country. Our farmers work so hard. When their produce gets a GI tag and reaches international markets, it validates their effort. More power to APEDA and the farmers of Karbi Anglong! 🇮🇳
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Kriti O
London walon, get ready for some real ginger flavour! 😄 On a serious note, this is how we build Brand India - one quality, authenticated product at a time. Hope they love it and the orders keep flowing in.

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