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India just shattered another record — but this time, it’s not one to celebrate.
The world’s top pulse consumer imported a staggering 6.5 million tonnes of pulses in 2024/25, up nearly 40% from the 4.8 million tonnes imported the previous year.
According to economist and senior editor G. Chandrashekhar, the numbers signal a deeper problem unfolding in Indian agriculture. Find More
Govt extends duty-free yellow pea imports till March 2026
As part of efforts to cool the prices of pulses, India has extended permission for duty-free imports of yellow peas until March 31, 2026 with immediate effect, according to a government order issued late on Friday.
The South Asian nation is the world's biggest importer of yellow peas, which it imports mainly from Canada and Russia.Find More
India’s Spice Exports Hit $4.72B: What It Means for Importers & Exporters
India's spice market has reaffirmed its supremacy in the global spices trade. The country that holds an exquisite legacy of exporting premium spices since times immemorial.
This time things have emerged even grander in FY25 with record spice shipments of $4.72 billion. With this, the agriculturally rich country has bagged a 6% year-on-year growth even after price corrections for top categories.Find More
India unlikely to lift ban on export of food items
Including wheat, due to concerns of food inflation and prioritizing domestic consumption. India is not looking to lift its ban on export of food commodities anytime soon, especially wheat, despite official projections of record output of the grain this year.
Two officials said on Wednesday, citing continued risks of food inflation and a priority to cater to domestic consumption. Find More
Spicing Up Global Trade: India’s Ambitious Journey to Double Spice Exports to $10 Billion by 2030
In the lush fields where monsoon winds awaken ancient soil, a new chapter in India's economic story is quietly unfolding.
India, the birthplace of some of the world’s most iconic spices, has long flavored global cuisine. Today, it seeks to do more than satisfy palates—it aims to dominate the global spice trade by doubling exports to $10 billion by 2030. Find More
Indian Spice Exports Under Scrutiny: EtO Residues Prompt Rejections from Singapore and Hong Kong
India, often referred to as the "Spice Bowl of the World," is facing a growing crisis that threatens its position as a global leader in spice exports.
In recent weeks, Singapore and Hong Kong have raised serious concerns over the presence of ethylene oxide (EtO) residues in Indian spice consignments, resulting in high-profile recalls and import rejections. If left unaddressed, experts warn that up to 40% of India’s spice exports could be at risk—a significant blow to a $4 billion industry that touches every corner of the globe. Find More
India’s Road to Self-Sufficiency in Pulses by 2027: A Major Step for Farmers and the Nation
India is making bold strides toward becoming self-sufficient in the production of pulses, aiming to eliminate imports by December 2027.
This visionary initiative, spearheaded by the central government, seeks to not only ensure national food security but also significantly empower millions of Indian farmers through innovative procurement systems and fair pricing mechanisms. Find More