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Agriculture
Arunachal Pradesh dispatches India's first 1.5‑tonne kiwifruit consignment to Dubai
✍️ FreshPlaza
🗓 29 Oct 2026, 09:36 PM
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Arunachal Pradesh has sent a 1.5‑tonne shipment of kiwifruit to Dubai, the state's maiden export of the fruit to the Gulf region, according to FreshPlaza.
Arunachal Pradesh has exported a 1.5‑tonne consignment of kiwifruit to Dubai, marking the state's first shipment of the fruit to the Gulf market, FreshPlaza reported. The consignment, prepared by local growers, reflects the growing capacity of the northeastern state to produce high‑quality horticultural crops suitable for international trade.
The export underscores the potential of Arunachal Pradesh's cool, humid climate, which is conducive to kiwifruit cultivation. State agricultural officials have been encouraging farmers to diversify into high‑value fruits, and this shipment is seen as a validation of those efforts.
Industry observers note that the Dubai market, with its strong demand for exotic fresh produce, offers a promising outlet for the state's growers. The successful dispatch is expected to pave the way for larger volumes and regular shipments in the coming seasons.
The export underscores the potential of Arunachal Pradesh's cool, humid climate, which is conducive to kiwifruit cultivation. State agricultural officials have been encouraging farmers to diversify into high‑value fruits, and this shipment is seen as a validation of those efforts.
Industry observers note that the Dubai market, with its strong demand for exotic fresh produce, offers a promising outlet for the state's growers. The successful dispatch is expected to pave the way for larger volumes and regular shipments in the coming seasons.