APEDA has facilitated the first-ever sea shipment of botanical-infused ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand, marking a significant milestone for India’s agri-food exports.
The export consignment, comprising one metric tonne of value-added millet-based products, was shipped by M/s Infini Agrotek LLP, Bengaluru, on June 3, 2026. The shipment reflects growing global demand for innovative millet-based products derived from India’s traditional grains and highlights expanding opportunities for value-added agricultural exports.
The exporter had participated in APEDA-supported trade promotion events, including World Food India 2025, Indus Food 2025 and Gulfood 2026. These platforms enabled the company to connect with international buyers, expand its customer base and strengthen its presence in global markets. The export order from New Zealand is the result of sustained market outreach and business networking facilitated through APEDA’s trade promotion initiatives.
The shipment was virtually flagged off by APEDA Chairman Abhishek Dev. Congratulating the company on the achievement, he appreciated its efforts in developing innovative millet-based products and successfully expanding into international markets.
During the interaction, the exporter was encouraged to make use of APEDA’s export promotion initiatives and continue participating in trade fairs and exhibitions to further expand market reach and explore new business opportunities.
The export of botanical-infused millet functional foods highlights the growing potential of India’s value-added agricultural products and is expected to benefit millet-growing farmers through enhanced demand and improved market access. Such initiatives contribute to strengthening India’s agri-export ecosystem while generating opportunities across the millet value chain.
APEDA continues to support exports of agricultural and processed food products through market development initiatives, capacity-building programmes and participation in major domestic and international trade events. The successful shipment demonstrates increasing global acceptance of innovative millet-based products and reinforces the growing potential of India’s millet sector in international markets.
Millets have emerged as an important component of India’s agricultural export basket due to their nutritional benefits, climate resilience and rising consumer demand across global markets. The development and export of value-added millet products are creating new opportunities for farmers, food processors and exporters while contributing to the diversification and expansion of India’s agri-food exports.
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PIB
