New Delhi, October 2
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry participated as the Export Partner in the 4th edition of World Food India (WFI) 2025, held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, as per a press release by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry.
New Delhi [India], October 2 (ANI): The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry participated as the Export Partner in the 4th edition of World Food India (WFI) 2025, held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, as per a press release by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry.
"As Export Partner, APEDA organized the Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet (RBSM), which attracted more than 530 international buyers from 68 countries, including leading supermarket chains such as Walmart, Nesto, Al Madina, Mustafa Singapore, and Choithram. Over 4,654 curated B2B meetings were held during the event, providing Indian exporters and startups an unprecedented platform to explore new markets, showcase innovative products, and establish long-term business linkages," the release said.
With 142 exhibitors and 120 stalls, APEDA's pavilion showcased the diversity of India's agri-food sector, including GI-tagged products, Basmati rice, millets, organic produce, livestock products, and value-added foods. The release said that the pavilion also featured dedicated thematic zones such as the GI Gallery, Fresca Zone, Basmati Export Development Foundation stall, and a BHARTI Zone focused on startups and innovation.
APEDA further strengthened global market access by signing a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with LuLu Hypermarket LLC on September 25, 2025. The collaboration, under the BHARTI (Bharat's Hub for Agritech Resilience, Advancement and Incubation for Export Enablement) Initiative, will provide Indian agri-food startups shelf space across 252 LuLu outlets in the GCC, along with product sampling campaigns, consumer engagement, and access to LuLu's export division for global distribution.
"The BHARTI Initiative was another major highlight at WFI 2025, with a dedicated stall and an interactive seminar on "From Farm to Global Markets: Startup-Driven Innovation for Agri-Food Exports." The session brought together policymakers, industry leaders, and innovators to deliberate on strategies for empowering 100 agri-food ventures through mentorship, branding, technology adoption, and global market intelligence," the release said.
Speaking on the occasion, Chairman, APEDA, Abhishek Dev said that World Food India 2025 has been a milestone in showcasing India's agri-food potential to the world. As Export Partner, APEDA successfully brought together more than 140 exhibitors and over 500 buyers from 68 countries, enabling thousands of business meetings and new opportunities for exporters. The Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet, the MoU with LuLu Hypermarket, and the BHARTI Initiative together reflect APEDA's commitment to empowering startups, strengthening international partnerships, and building a future-ready, innovation-driven export ecosystem.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Great initiative by APEDA! The partnership with LuLu Hypermarket will give our startups direct access to 252 stores in GCC countries. This is exactly what our agri-entrepreneurs need - proper market linkages and global exposure. Hope this translates to better prices for our farmers too.
As someone working in international trade, I'm impressed by the scale - 4,654 B2B meetings is massive! The inclusion of major retailers like Walmart and Mustafa Singapore shows India's growing credibility in global food markets. The focus on startups through BHARTI Initiative is particularly forward-thinking.
While this sounds impressive, I hope the benefits actually reach small farmers and not just big exporters. Often these initiatives help established players more. The government should ensure transparent mechanisms so that marginal farmers can participate meaningfully in such export opportunities.
The focus on millets and organic produce is timely! With global trends shifting toward healthier foods, India has tremendous potential. The GI Gallery showcasing regional specialties is a smart move - it helps differentiate our products in international markets. Well done APEDA! ðŸ‘
Bharat Mandapam is becoming India's premier venue for international business events! Good to see our infrastructure being used for such productive purposes. The 4,600+ meetings indicate serious business intent from both sides. This will definitely boost our agricultural exports in coming years.
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