The Economic Times

Govt facilitates shipment of Banganapalle mangoes to Singapore, farmers earn twice of domestic price

India has successfully shipped premium Banganapalle mangoes to Singapore via sea freight, a first for commercial exports. This initiative by APEDA aims to boost cost-effective and sustainable horticultural exports. The consignment, sourced from Andhra Pradesh, met Singapore's stringent quality standards, fetching nearly double the domestic price for farmers. This marks a significant step in leveraging sea transport for fresh produce, enhancing India's global competitiveness.