Pune, 09 November 23
Banana Trial Shipment event was organized by the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA)on November 9, 2023.
This groundbreaking initiative is aimed at enhancing the market share of Indian bananas in the European market.
The event, was graced by Shri Abhishek Dev, IAS, Chairman of APEDA, showcased the export of a substantial quantity of bananas from Maharashtra to Europe, a momentous step forward for the Indian agricultural export sector. A total nos (1080 X 18.14 per box net weight) boxes, total weight 20 metric tons of bananas were exported by the APEDA registered exporter i.e. M/s INI Farms Pvt. Ltd., Maharashtra. The flag off of bananas at packhouse of M/s INI Farms Pvt. Ltd, Vasunde, Baramati – Kurkumbh Road, Daund, Pune, Maharashtra and it was carried out via sea transportation through Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT) in Mumbai.
Entire support to commence their export activities systematically was received by M/s INI Farms Pvt. Ltd., Maharashtra, marking the initiation of a new era in Indian banana export.
In this program Ms. Vinita Sudhanshu, General Manager, Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Division (FFV Division), APEDA Head Office Delhi as well as Mr. Nagpal Lohkare, Deputy General Manager and Regional Head, RO, Mumbai, other senior officials of the State Government, banana exporters, progressive banana farmers, representative of INI Farms were present.
APEDA’s commitment to promote Indian agricultural products in international markets is underscored by this milestone event, with the trial shipment of bananas to Europe being a significant step in this endeavor. APEDA is actively working with stakeholders to further these goals and strengthen India’s position in the European market.
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