APEDA Facilitates First Shipment of MD 2 Pineapples from India to UAE

APEDA has facilitated India's first shipment of MD 2 pineapples to the UAE. This marks a significant step in expanding India's agricultural exports, particularly in tropical fruits, supported by APEDA's efforts to enhance trade relations and market access.

Boston Brand Media brings you the latest in a significant milestone for India's fresh fruit export sector, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, has facilitated the successful export of the first consignment of MD 2 variety pineapples to the United Arab Emirates.

Boston Brand Media looked into the consignment consisted of 8.7 metric tons (650 boxes) of the prized MD 2 pineapples and was ceremoniously flagged off by Shri Abhishek Dev, Chairman of APEDA, in the presence of senior officials from APEDA and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research - Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR CCARI).

Abhishek Dev remarked, "This marks a pivotal moment in India's agricultural export history, demonstrating our capability to produce and supply premium quality pineapples to global markets. The MD 2 variety is renowned for its exceptional sweetness and quality, and we are excited to introduce it to the UAE market.”

The MD 2 pineapple, also known as "Golden Ripe" or "Super Sweet," is highly regarded in the pineapple industry and is extensively cultivated in countries such as Costa Rica, the Philippines, and Thailand.

ICAR CCARI played a crucial role by providing technical support for post-harvest management and developing sea transport protocols for the MD 2 pineapples grown in the Sindhudurg district of the Konkan region in Maharashtra. A private firm collaborated with local farmers to successfully cultivate this variety across 200 acres, ensuring optimal quality and yield.

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Source: FNBnews