India Expands Food Exports to Greece and Canada

India has made significant strides in expanding its international market access for food items. According to the commerce ministry, one tonne of makhana was exported from Purnea, Bihar, to Greece, while 24 tonnes of frozen food products were shipped from Sonipat, Haryana, to Canada.

Makhana production is a key sector in India, with Bihar accounting for 80-85% of the country's output. The state's makhana cultivation spans over 35,000 hectares across 10 districts and receives technical support from the Bihar Agricultural University (BAU) and ICAR-National Research Centre for Makhana.

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal noted that exports of products like green peas, mixed vegetables, sweet corn, and samosas are a significant step towards connecting farmers to the global value chain.