GI-tagged Kalaburagi tur dal exported to Maldives
The export-linked value chain is expected to provide better returns to farmers. According to APEDA, while the prevailing market price is around ₹60 per kg, farmers receive ₹82 per kg through the export-linked channel
A one-tonne consignment of Kalaburagi tur dal, a product with a Geographical Indication (GI) tag, was recently exported to the Maldives, marking a significant milestone for the region's agricultural sector. The export initiative was spearheaded by the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), with APEDA Chairman Abhishek Dev officiating at the flag-off ceremony.
The consignment was transported by Silken Global Exports and Imports, a company operating through a Farmer Producer Organisation (FPO)-led brand. The export-linked value chain is projected to yield higher returns for farmers, as the current market price stands at around ₹60 per kg, while farmers receive ₹82 per kg through the export channel, resulting in a price increase of over 30%.
This initiative aims to empower farmer producer organisations (FPOs) to engage more extensively in export-oriented value chains and establish connections with international markets. By exporting Kalaburagi tur dal to the Maldives, the region seeks to strengthen its market presence and explore further opportunities for growth. Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal also expressed his support for the development, emphasizing its role in expanding global market access for Karnataka's GI-tagged agricultural products.
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