Andhra Pradesh, a state in southeastern India, has seen a significant increase in banana exports, rising from 246 tons in 2016-17 to over 50,000 tons in the current year, a 200-fold increase in six years. The main importers are Middle Eastern countries receiving the G9 (Grand Nain) banana variety from the Payalaseema region. The Karpura and Chakkarakeli varieties are grown in the coastal region of the state. The Horticulture Department is working towards obtaining a GAP certificate to enhance banana exports to the European market.