Published Sep 08, 2023
Key food exports from India encompass rice, spices, buffalo meat, processed fruits, vegetables, tea, and coffee. Their global appeal stems from their diverse offerings and high quality.
India leads in basmati rice production and exports. In 2019, it exported over USD 4.7 billion worth, primarily to Middle Eastern countries (Iran, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Yemen, Kuwait), the USA, and the UK.
Non-basmati rice exports from India exceeded USD 3 billion, with 44,14,562 MT shipped. Key importers include neighbouring nations like Nepal and Bangladesh and countries like Benin and Senegal.
India exports a variety of fresh vegetables, notably onions. In 2018-2019, it shipped 7,20,559 MT worth over USD 270 million, ranking 3rd globally. Major importers include Malaysia, UAE, and Bangladesh.
India exported 4,89,187 MT of groundnuts in 2018-19, valued at over USD 430 million. Top importers include Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Vietnam.
In 2018-19, India exported 2,46,133 MT of grapes and 46,510 MT of mangoes, earning USD 330M and USD 60M, respectively, with major importers including the Netherlands, Russia, the UK, UAE, UK, and Oman.