APEDA

India is ramping up its rice exports, aiming to penetrate 26 international markets, as announced by the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA). The initiative seeks to strengthen India’s position as a leading rice exporter while diversifying export destinations and reducing dependency on a few traditional markets. The strategy involves enhancing production quality, streamlining supply chains, and aligning with global food safety standards.

India’s rice sector, long dominated by premium basmati exports, is seeing a renewed push toward strengthening non-basmati shipments through revised registration protocols under the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA). With simplified compliance requirements, exporters can now secure APEDA registration more efficiently, ensuring smoother participation in international trade. This regulatory development is expected to enhance India’s competitiveness in the global rice market, support farmers, and diversify export revenues.

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has unveiled the BHARATI initiative, aimed at strengthening India’s agri-food export ecosystem. The program focuses on enhancing market access, promoting quality standards, and leveraging technology to streamline exports. Analysts highlight that BHARATI could significantly expand India’s presence in global food markets, increase foreign exchange earnings, and support farmers and food processors through capacity building and digital tools.