Archive · 7 Aug 2025
Andhra Pradesh Farmers Exporting Produce to Five Indian States
Farmers in Andhra Pradesh have sent a lot of fruits and vegetables, like bananas and onions, to other states.
They sent over 34,000 tonnes!
They use special trains called Kisan Rails, which started in 2020.
These trains help farmers move their produce to different places.
The trains are run by the Indian Railways, with help from the government and other groups.
They work together to make sure the trains can deliver the produce to different places.
The railways charge fees based on how much farmers need to transport their products and how the trains can practically operate.
Andhra Pradesh farmers exported 34,196 tonnes of perishables to five states.
Exports include bananas, mangoes, and onions.
The Kisan Rail initiative was launched by Indian Railways in 2020.
Kisan Rail supports farmers in exporting vegetables, fruits, and other products.
Multiple organizations coordinate to operate the special trains.
- Who
- Andhra Pradesh farmers and Indian Railways.
- What
- Andhra Pradesh farmers exported 34,196 tonnes of perishables.
- When
- Since the launch of Kisan Rail in 2020.
- Where
- To the states of Assam, Bihar, West Bengal, Delhi & Tripura.
- Why
- To support farmers in exporting vegetables, fruits, and other products.
- Total Exports
- 34,196 tonnes
- Exported Items
- Bananas, mangoes, onions, etc.
- Launch of Kisan Rail
- 2020
- Supporting Parties
- Indian Railways, Ministry of Agriculture, State Govts, Local Bodies
- Target States
- Assam, Bihar, West Bengal, Delhi, Tripura