Archive · 22 Aug 2025
India Exports First Garhwali Apples to Dubai
India sent a test shipment of Garhwali apples from Dehradun to Dubai.
This is part of a plan to sell more farm products to other countries, which can help farmers earn more money.
The government is working with farmers to improve how the apples are grown and shipped.
They are also making sure the apples meet quality standards for international buyers.
This effort is part of a larger plan to increase fruit and vegetable exports.
India shipped 1.2 metric tons of Garhwali apples from Dehradun to Dubai.
The shipment aims to increase agricultural exports and farmer incomes.
APEDA is working to improve export infrastructure and practices.
Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal flagged off the shipment.
APEDA plans to open a regional office in Uttarakhand to boost exports.
- Who
- Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal and APEDA.
- What
- India exported 1.2 metric tons of Garhwali apples to Dubai.
- When
- Not specified.
- Where
- From Dehradun, India to Dubai.
- Why
- To increase agricultural exports and raise farmer incomes.
- Product
- Garhwali Apples (King Roat)
- Origin
- Dehradun, India
- Destination
- Dubai
- Weight
- 1.2 metric tons
- Facilitator
- APEDA
- Purpose
- Trial shipment to increase exports