India on the way to first consignment with Qatar
In a significant boost to India's horticultural exports, the Agriculture and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry , Government of India, in collaboration with the Department of Horticulture, Ministry of Agriculture and farmers welfare , Government of Punjab ,facilitated the flag off of the first consignment of 1 metric tonne of rose - scented litchi from pathankot, Punjab to Doha , Qatar on 23rd June 2025.
In addition, 0.5 metric tonne of litchi was also expected to Dubai , UAE from Pathankot, markets.
This milestone initiative underscores the excellence of India's horticultural produce and highlights the country 's growing agri- export capabilities. It offers immense opportunities for farming communities by international market access for their fresh and high value produce.
According to the National Horticultural Board , Punjab's litchi production for FY 2023-2024 stood at 71490 metric tonnes , contributing 12.39% to India's total litchi output . During the same period , India exported 639.53 metric tonnes of litchi. The area under cultivation was 4327 hectares with an average yield of 16,523 kg/ ha.
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