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Agriculture
Tripura Makes First Organic Honey Export to UAE, Says Minister
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 10 Aug 2026, 07:36 PM
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Tripura has exported organic honey to the United Arab Emirates for the first time, marking a milestone in the state's organic farming initiatives, said a state minister.
Tripura has taken a significant step in its organic agriculture journey by exporting honey to the United Arab Emirates for the first time. The move is part of the state's broader strategy to promote organic produce and tap into international markets.
The export, announced by a state minister, showcases the quality of Tripura's honey and the growing confidence of local producers in meeting global standards. While the exact volume was not disclosed, officials highlighted that the shipment was a pilot effort aimed at establishing a foothold in the Gulf region.
In a statement, the minister praised the collective efforts of farmers, cooperatives, and government agencies that have helped Tripura achieve certification and quality benchmarks for organic products. He also outlined plans to expand the export portfolio to other organic commodities.
The initiative is expected to boost incomes for local beekeepers and create new opportunities for agribusiness in the state, reinforcing Tripura's reputation as a growing hub for organic farming.
The export, announced by a state minister, showcases the quality of Tripura's honey and the growing confidence of local producers in meeting global standards. While the exact volume was not disclosed, officials highlighted that the shipment was a pilot effort aimed at establishing a foothold in the Gulf region.
In a statement, the minister praised the collective efforts of farmers, cooperatives, and government agencies that have helped Tripura achieve certification and quality benchmarks for organic products. He also outlined plans to expand the export portfolio to other organic commodities.
The initiative is expected to boost incomes for local beekeepers and create new opportunities for agribusiness in the state, reinforcing Tripura's reputation as a growing hub for organic farming.