Centre Launches Initiative to Boost Sustainable Agarwood Cultivation and Exports from Tripura

The Ministry of Agriculture has unveiled a new initiative aimed at supporting farmers in Tripura to cultivate agarwood, a highly prized resinous tree used in perfumes and traditional medicine. The programme focuses on sustainable farming practices, ensuring that the growth of Aquilaria species does not compromise local ecosystems. By improving cultivation techniques and providing market linkages, the government hopes to increase both domestic production and international exports. Tripura, located in the northeastern part of India, is poised to become a key player in the global agarwood market under this scheme.