New Delhi: The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has facilitated the commercial export of 2 Metric Tonnes (MT) of Amrapali mangoes from Jharkhand to Dubai, marking a significant step in promoting exports from tribal and women-led farmer collectives.
The consignment was exported on July 3 by M/s Fair Exports (India) Pvt. Ltd. for retail distribution through Lulu stores in Dubai. The mangoes were sourced from the Aspirational District of Gumla and the Aspirational Block of Deoghar, according to an official statement.
According to APEDA, the shipment included premium-quality Amrapali mangoes produced by three women-led Farmer Producer Companies promoted by Palash–Jharkhand State Livelihood Promotion Society.
One metric tonne was sourced from APEDA-registered MVM Baghima Palkot Producer Company Limited and Raidih Agri Producer Company Limited in Gumla district, while the remaining one metric tonne came from Mohanpur Ajeevika Mahila Kisan Producer Society in Deoghar district.
The mango orchards have been developed by tribal women farmers under the Birsa Harit Gram Yojana, implemented in convergence with MGNREGA and supported by the Jharkhand government.
The consignment was flagged off in the presence of the deputy commissioner and deputy development commissioner of the respective districts, along with officials from APEDA, Jharkhand State Livelihood Promotion Society, and other departments.
The event highlighted the collaboration between APEDA, the state government, district administrations, women-led Farmer Producer Companies (FPCs), exporters and development partners in connecting rural farmers with global markets.
The export has delivered substantial economic gains for participating farmers. APEDA said members of the women-led FPCs earned nearly 180% higher returns compared to prevailing local market prices, demonstrating the benefits of access to international markets. Each participating FPC has more than 1,500 shareholders and collectively represents over 50,000 farmers.
To strengthen export readiness, APEDA organised a capacity-building programme in May 2026 in Gumla’s Palkot area.
The training covered international quality standards, post-harvest management, and export procedures for members and directors of eight Farmer Producer Companies. Officials from the Agriculture, Horticulture, JSLPS, District Industries Centre, and other departments also participated.
