Archive · 13 Aug 2025
Ladakh Apricots Expand Exports to Gulf Nations
Apricots from Ladakh are being shipped to the Gulf for the first time.
A recent shipment of 1.5 metric tons of Halman apricots went to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar.
These apricots are grown without chemicals.
Apeda and the Lulu Group are helping with the exports.
Apricots are a major source of income for more than 30,000 families in Ladakh.
The harvest season is currently at its peak.
Ladakh Halman apricots are exported to Gulf countries for the first time.
A shipment of 1.5 metric tonnes was sent to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar.
The export process is facilitated by Apeda, with support from the Lulu Group.
Halman apricots are grown organically; the harvest season is peaking.
Over 30,000 families in Ladakh depend on apricot farming.
- Who
- Farmers in Ladakh, with support from Apeda and the Lulu Group.
- What
- Export of Ladakh Halman apricots to Gulf countries.
- When
- Harvest season peaks mid-July to end of August; shipment flagged on August 5.
- Where
- Ladakh exporting apricots to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar.
- Why
- To expand the market for Ladakh's apricots and provide income for local farmers.
- Export Destination
- Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar
- Apricot Type
- Halman
- Export Facilitator
- Apeda
- Supporting Group
- Lulu Group
- Families Dependent
- Over 30,000
- Total Exported (this year)
- 50 tonnes