APEDA has undertaken a Programme for Agro food cluster for export promotion and had identified potential clusters and products based on the export potential. APEDA is planning to carry out a number of Farmer Connect initiatives in these clusters partnering State Governments, Exporters, Experts, etc., as well through a number of direct interventions.
Farmer connect is an initiative undertaken by APEDA to provide a 24X7 Online visibility digital platform in the form of a portal and mobile application. It will help to bridge the gap between FPO/FPC/Cooperatives and exporters. FPO/FPC/Cooperatives can make their profiles and post sell offers. Exporters can post enquiries and view Matching Sell offers.
FCI and state agencies procure 85.41 lakh metric tonne (LMT) of paddy in Punjab during Kharif Marketing Season (KMS) 2024-2025 as of November 2.
NDDB has started vegetable processing, which will allow vegetables produced by farmers to reach markets worldwide, ensuring the profits go directly to the farmers.