Breakthrough for Indian fruit exports, APEDA facilitates first shipment of MD 2 pineapples to UAE

In a significant milestone for India’s fresh fruit export sector, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), operating under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, has successfully facilitated the export of the first consignment of MD 2 variety pineapples to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The shipment, consisting of 8.7 metric tonnes (650 boxes) of the highly valued MD 2 pineapples, was flagged off by APEDA Chairman, Abhishek Dev, alongside senior officials from APEDA and the ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-CCARI). “This event marks a pivotal moment in India’s agricultural export history, demonstrating our capacity to produce and supply premium quality pineapples to international markets,” said Abhishek Dev. “The MD 2 variety is celebrated for its exceptional sweetness and quality, and we are excited to introduce it to the UAE market,” he added. The MD 2 pineapple, also known as ‘Golden Ripe’ or ‘Super Sweet,’ has ...