APEDA has facilitated the first export of 24 tonnes of frozen French fries from Uttarakhand to Iraq, marking a milestone for the state’s value-added agricultural exports.
Why it matters for MSMEs
- Highlights growing export opportunities for food processing and agri-processing MSMEs.
- APEDA supports exporters through international trade fairs, buyer engagement, and market access initiatives.
- Efforts are underway to improve export competitiveness, including transport support under Uttarakhand’s Agri Export Policy.
- India’s exports of processed vegetables reached USD 932.25 million in 2025–26, with value-added potato products contributing USD 289.40 million.
Bottom Line: The success of this export demonstrates how value addition, government support, and access to global markets can help MSMEs expand their export potential.
Reference: Press Information Bureau Release
