Archive · 19 Jul 2026
APEDA Exports J&K Cherries and Plums to Singapore
APEDA helped send Areko cherries and Scentrose plums from Jammu & Kashmir to Singapore.
This is the first time these fruits are being exported to Singapore.
The fruits were carefully picked, sorted, and packed to meet international standards.
Farmers are expected to earn more money from this export.
This initiative also helps reduce waste and creates better job opportunities for fruit growers in the region.
Earlier, similar fruits were sent to Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
APEDA also helped export litchis from Uttarakhand to Italy, which also benefited the farmers there.
APEDA facilitated the first export of Areko cherries and Scentrose plums from Jammu & Kashmir to Singapore.
The export is expected to provide farmers with over 50% higher returns compared to conventional marketing channels.
The fruits were scientifically harvested, graded, and packed to meet international standards.
This initiative aims to reduce post-harvest losses and create sustainable livelihood opportunities for fruit growers.
APEDA's efforts in market diversification and export facilitation are enhancing India's horticultural exports.
- Who
- APEDA, M/s Osum Food Solutions LLP, M/s Fruit Master Agro Fresh Private Limited, Farmers in Shopian and Pulwama
- What
- Export of Areko cherries and Scentrose plums to Singapore
- When
- July 18, 2026
- Where
- Shopian and Pulwama, Jammu & Kashmir
- Why
- To enhance farmers' incomes, promote export-oriented production, and reduce post-harvest losses
Export Benefits
Challenges in Export
Economic Impact
Export Benefits
The export of Areko cherries and Scentrose plums to Singapore is expected to enable growers to realize over 50% higher returns compared to conventional marketing channels.
Challenges in Export
The export process requires significant investment in scientific cultivation, post-harvest management, and compliance with international standards, which can be challenging for small-scale farmers.
Market Diversification
Export Benefits
The export initiative helps promote export-oriented production and market diversification, enhancing farmers' incomes and positioning Jammu & Kashmir as a reliable source of high-value fruits.
Challenges in Export
Diversifying into international markets can be risky due to fluctuating demand, stringent quality standards, and potential trade barriers.
- Date
- July 18, 2026
- Location
- Shopian and Pulwama, Jammu & Kashmir
- Exported Fruits
- Areko cherries and Scentrose plums
- Destination
- Singapore
- Facilitator
- APEDA (Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority)
- Collaborators
- M/s Osum Food Solutions LLP and M/s Fruit Master Agro Fresh Private Limited
- Expected Returns
- Over 50% higher returns for growers
- Previous Export
- Fresh cherries and plums to Abu Dhabi and Dubai
