Apeda has facilitated the first export of 24 metric tonne (MT) of frozen French fries from Kashipur in Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand to Iraq
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (Apeda) has facilitated the first export of 24 metric tonne (MT) of frozen French fries from Kashipur in Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand to Iraq.
Exported by Virun Global Trade, the consignment marks a significant milestone in promoting value-added agricultural exports from Uttarakhand while strengthening India’s processed food export basket, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry said in an official statement.
“The exporter expressed confidence that the quality of the product would lead to repeat orders and long-term business relationships in international markets, creating sustained export opportunities for the company and the region,” the statement noted.
Centre noted that India continues to strengthen its position as a global supplier of processed agricultural products. During 2025-26, India’s exports of processed vegetables reached USD 932.25 million, comprising 7,26,874 MT. Of this, value-added potato products accounted for exports of 2,77,108 MT valued at USD 289.40 million.
Processed fruits and vegetables together contributed nearly 10 per cent of Apeda’s scheduled exports during the year. The official statement noted that the expanding processed food industry in Uttarakhand is creating stronger market opportunities across the agricultural value chain by generating sustained demand for quality raw produce, promoting value addition at source.
Apeda Chairman Abhishek Dev stated that logistics costs continue to influence the competitiveness of exports from landlocked states such as Uttarakhand. He said Apeda is working closely with the Uttarakhand government on the formulation and implementation of the state agri export policy, including provisions for transport assistance to improve export competitiveness and facilitate greater market access for exporters.
