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India's GI Limes Take Flight: First-Ever Air Shipment to United Kingdom

India has achieved a significant milestone in agricultural exports with its first-ever air shipment of GI-tagged limes to the United Kingdom. The shipment includes Indi Lime from Karnataka and Puliyankudi Lime from Tamil Nadu, both protected by Geographical Indication tags. This breakthrough follows APEDA's successful export of Swadeshi Lime to the UAE earlier this year. The initiative aims to empower farmers and strengthen India's position in global agricultural markets while maintaining product authenticity.

Key Points: India Exports First GI-Tagged Limes to UK via APEDA

  • First-ever air shipment of GI-tagged Indian limes reaches United Kingdom markets
  • Karnataka's Indi Lime and Tamil Nadu's Puliyankudi Lime gain global recognition
  • GI tag ensures authentic products with distinctive regional qualities reach consumers
  • APEDA expands India's agricultural export portfolio to new international markets
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India sends first-ever air shipment of GI-tagged 'Limes' to United Kingdom

India makes history with first air shipment of GI-tagged Indi Lime and Puliyankudi Lime to UK, boosting farmer incomes and global market presence for Indian agricultural products.

"A major boost to our farmers! This milestone will empower farmers, open fresh avenues & strengthen the presence of India's agri-products in global markets - Piyush Goyal"

New Delhi, October 29

The Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said that the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), Department of Commerce, has facilitated the first-ever air shipment of GI-tagged Indi Lime from Karnataka and Puliyankudi Lime from Tamil Nadu to the United Kingdom.

"A major boost to our farmers! @APEDADOC facilitates the first-ever air shipment of GI-tagged Indi Lime from Karnataka & Puliyankudi Lime from Tamil Nadu to the United Kingdom. This milestone will empower farmers, open fresh avenues & strengthen the presence of India's agri-products in global markets," Piyush Goyal wrote on X.

Earlier this year, APEDA successfully exported three metric tons (MT) of GI-tagged Swadeshi Lime from Vijaypura, Karnataka, to the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Sharing the news on social media, Goyal wrote, "India's GI-tagged products are making their mark globally. Kudos to APEDADOC for facilitating the first-ever export of 3 MT of GI-tagged Swadeshi Indi Lime from Vijayapura, Karnataka, to the UAE. This milestone unlocks fresh avenues for India's GI-tagged agri products in global markets & will create greater opportunities for our farmers & exporters."

The Geographical Indication (GI) tag is granted to products that possess distinctive qualities linked to their place of origin, thereby ensuring authenticity and global recognition. The Swadeshi Indi Lime, known for its strong aroma and distinct taste, has now become part of India's expanding export portfolio in this category.

In addition to limes, exports of Gharwali apples and apricots from Kargil have also found new markets in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar.

Meanwhile, Goyal held a meeting with Maros Sefcovic, Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security of the European Union in Brussels, to discuss progress in the ongoing India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations on Tuesday.

In a social media post, the minister said, "It was a pleasure to meet my friend @MarosSefcovic, EU Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security."

He added that the discussions focused on giving impetus to the India-EU FTA negotiations. Both sides reiterated their shared commitment to achieving a swift, balanced, and mutually beneficial agreement to strengthen trade and economic ties between India and the European Union.

On Tuesday, Piyush Goyal concluded his two-day official visit to Brussels.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Great initiative but I hope the benefits actually reach the small farmers and not just the big exporters. Sometimes these schemes look good on paper but ground reality is different.
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Arjun K
As someone from Karnataka, I'm proud to see our Indi Lime getting global recognition! The distinct aroma and taste truly deserve the GI tag. More power to our farmers! 🙏
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Sarah B
Living in the UK, I'm excited to try these authentic Indian limes! The quality of Indian agricultural products is amazing. Hope they become available in local supermarkets soon.
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Vikram M
Good to see India focusing on high-value agricultural exports. The GI tag system is excellent for protecting our traditional knowledge and products. Next should be our mango varieties!
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Michael C
The EU FTA negotiations mentioned here are crucial. If finalized, it could open up massive markets for Indian agricultural products in Europe. Strategic move by the government.

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