APEDA Facilitates First Export Shipment of Areko Cherries and Scentrose Plums from Jammu & Kashmir to UAE
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, facilitated the export of premium Areko Cherries and Scentrose Plums from Jammu & Kashmir to the UAE, showcasing the region's growing horticultural export potential and increasing global demand for Indian fruits.
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Who facilitated the virtual flag-off ceremony for the export shipment?
- A.Ministry of Agriculture
- B.APEDA Chairman Abhishek Dev
- C.Department of Horticulture, Government of Jammu & Kashmir
- D.Ministry of Commerce & Industry
The text states that APEDA Chairman Abhishek Dev led the virtual flag-off ceremony.
What is the name of the Union Territory from which the stone fruits were sourced?
- A.Jammu & Kashmir
- B.Kashmir
- C.Punjab
- D.Himachal Pradesh
The text clearly states that the stone fruits were sourced from Jammu & Kashmir.
What percentage increase in returns did growers associate with the export supply chain experience for cherries compared to prevailing domestic market prices?
- A.60%
- B.120%
- C.180%
- D.240%
The text states that growers experienced a 60 percent increase in returns for cherries compared to prevailing domestic market prices.