π Top Agri Commodities Exported – June 2025
π± Commodity | π Export Destination Countries | π Latest Highlights | π Data Source |
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Basmati Rice | Saudi Arabia, Iran, Iraq, UAE, UK, Yemen | ₹50,312 Cr (US$5.9 Bn) in FY25; Exported to 154 countries; 15.7% growth YoY | APEDA, Economic Times |
Non-Basmati Rice | UAE, Bangladesh, China, Vietnam, USA | Total rice exports (Basmati + Non) crossed US$12.5 Bn; ~20% growth | Ministry of Commerce |
Joha Rice (Assam) | UAE (Dubai) | First export of 10 tonnes; Premium aromatic variety; Huge demand from NRI consumers | Press Info Bureau (PIB), ANI News |
Tea | Russia (Iran paused due to geopolitical issues) | Iran imports halted; Russia is key market | Times of India, Reuters |
Coffee | Europe (Germany, Italy), USA, Japan | Export jumped 40% to US$1.8 Bn in FY25 | Coffee Board of India, BusinessLine |
Fresh Jamun | UK (London) | First-ever export from Karnataka (Kundana variety); Premium fruit to retail chains | News18, Times of India |
Mangoes (Dussehri, Chausa) | UAE, Oman, France, Belgium, UK cities | UP & Odisha mangoes in demand; reaching supermarkets & gourmet stores abroad | Zee Biz, Hindu Business Line |
π India’s Agri Power is Gaining Ground
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π Rice leads the charge – With record exports, India is the rice bowl of the world.
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π΅ Tea faces challenges, but Coffee is booming – Exporters should pivot to premium-grade coffee.
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π₯ Fresh fruits like Mango & Jamun entering new countries – scope for more high-value fruits like Litchi, Guava.
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πΎ Traditional crops like Joha rice are getting premium rates globally – a sign of rising demand for specialty produce.
π£ Action Steps for Farmers & Traders
π¨πΎ For Farmers
✅ Join FPOs (Farmer Producer Organizations) to access export channels
✅ Focus on quality, grading & pesticide-free farming
✅ Register with APEDA for export eligibility
✅ Explore crops like aromatic rice, fresh fruits, organic spices for better returns
π§πΌ For Traders
π¦ Invest in cold chain, sorting, packaging
π Connect with exporters, buyers via e-NAM, APEDA portals
π Track export demand & seasonal trends
π Use local logistics to connect with port cities & ICDs (Inland Container Depots)
π️ Data Sources
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Ministry of Commerce & Industry
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APEDA (Agricultural & Processed Food Products Export Development Authority)
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Coffee Board of India
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BusinessLine, Reuters, TOI, News18 (June 2025 updates)
π‘ FINAL WORD
“Every grain you grow has the power to travel across oceans. Step into the future of farming — where your crop is the world’s next big purchase.”
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