APEDA Regional Office in Chhattisgarh | 13 Jan 2026

Why in News? 

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) inaugurated its regional office in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. 

Key Points 

• Event: The inauguration took place during the 2nd India International Rice Summit organised in Chhattisgarh.  
• Objective: To boost export promotion of agri and processed food products. 
• Focus on Export Potential: Chhattisgarh has strong export potential in premium non-basmati rice, GI-tagged Jeeraphool and Nagri Dubraj rice, fruits and vegetables, and minor forest produce like mahua and tamarind.  
• Support: The new office will provide export registration, advisory support, market intelligence, certification help, and export facilitation to farmers, producer organisations, cooperatives, and exporters.  
• Global Outreach: APEDA’s presence aims to integrate Chhattisgarh’s farmers with global markets and expand exports, including recent shipments like fortified rice kernels to Costa Rica and Papua New Guinea. 
• Relevance: This development is significant for India’s agricultural export strategy, enhancing regional export infrastructure and market accessibility.