Archive · 28 Jan 2026
Odisha Farmers Export Strawberries to London
Farmers in Odisha, India, have sent 51 kg of fresh strawberries to London for the first time.
This is a big deal because it's the first time strawberries from Odisha have been sold in another country.
The farmers got help from different groups to make this happen.
They were able to sell the strawberries for much more money than they usually get in their local markets.
This shows that farmers in Odisha can grow high-quality fruits that people around the world want to buy.
Strawberries are special because they are healthy and tasty, and many people like to eat them.
This success means that farmers can make more money by growing and selling special fruits like strawberries to other countries.
Farmers from Dhenkanal district, Odisha, exported 51 kg of fresh strawberries to London for the first time.
The export was facilitated by Saptasajya Agro Producer Company Ltd and supported by various organizations including the Directorate of Horticulture and the Gates Foundation.
Farmers realized nearly 50% higher prices compared to local markets through this export.
This export marks the first time fresh strawberries from Odisha have reached overseas markets, highlighting the state's growing focus on premium horticultural crops.
The success reflects the farmers' ability to meet international quality and compliance standards, opening up new market opportunities.
- Who
- Farmers from Dhenkanal district, Odisha
- What
- Exported 51 kg of fresh strawberries to London
- When
- January 28, 2026
- Where
- Dhenkanal district, Odisha to London
- Why
- To access premium market opportunities and achieve higher prices
- Farmers
- Dhenkanal district, Odisha
- Exported Quantity
- 51 kg
- Destination
- London
- FPO
- Saptasajya Agro Producer Company Ltd
- Supporting Organizations
- Directorate of Horticulture, DA and FE, Gates Foundation, Palladium, APEDA, World Trade Center, Odisha Livelihood Mission
- Price Increase
- 50% higher than local markets
- Significance
- First-time export of fresh strawberries from Odisha
- Crop Value
- Premium, high-value horticultural crop