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India exports Banganapalle mangoes to Singapore via sea route for first time
Five metric tonnes shipment marks milestone for cost-effective and sustainable mango exports.
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IANS - Thu, 25, Jun 2026
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Banganapalle mangoes sourced from Andhra Pradesh were exported to Singapore / IANS
In a significant boost to India’s fresh produce export sector, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has facilitated the first commercial sea shipment of premium Banganapalle mangoes from India to Singapore, according to a statement issued by the Commerce Ministry on Thursday.
The consignment, comprising five metric tonnes (MT) of Banganapalle mangoes, was exported by Osum Food Solutions on June 11 and arrived in Singapore on June 24. The successful shipment marks an important milestone in promoting cost-effective and sustainable export logistics for India’s horticultural produce while expanding market access for premium Indian mangoes. The ICAR–Central Institute for Subtropical Horticulture (CISH), Lucknow, played a key role in the exercise.
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The mangoes were sourced from Good Agricultural Practices (GAP)-certified orchards in Andhra Pradesh and processed and packed at an APEDA-recognized packhouse in Karnataka. The consignment was handled in accordance with the quality and phytosanitary requirements prescribed by Singapore.
Upon arrival, the importer, EC-Links Pte Ltd, Singapore, reported excellent fruit quality, appreciating the mangoes for their sweetness, uniform ripening, shelf life, and overall phytosanitary condition.
The consignment met all import requirements, demonstrating the effectiveness of scientific post-harvest management practices and cold-chain logistics during sea transportation, the statement said.
The export also generated economic benefits for farmers. While domestic market prices ranged between INR25 and INR26 per kilogram, the export consignment realized approximately INR50 per kilogram, nearly doubling farm-gate returns and creating enhanced value for growers.
The successful shipment highlights the growing viability of sea freight as a cost-effective, environmentally sustainable, and commercially scalable mode of transport for fresh fruits. Supported by cold-chain infrastructure, scientific handling practices, and efficient logistics management, maritime transport offers significant potential to strengthen the global competitiveness of Indian horticultural exports, the statement said.
Banganapalle, one of India’s most popular mango varieties, is prized for its golden-yellow color, pleasant aroma, fibreless pulp, and rich sweetness. The variety enjoys strong demand in international markets and offers potential for further expansion of India’s mango exports.
APEDA has been promoting the use of sea freight for fresh fruit and vegetable exports through market development initiatives, infrastructure support, and capacity-building measures for exporters to meet international quality standards. The shipment to Singapore is expected to encourage wider adoption of maritime transport for horticultural exports and strengthen India’s reputation as a supplier of high-quality agricultural products in global markets.
The initiative aligns with the government of India’s objective of boosting agricultural exports, enhancing farmers’ incomes, and expanding the global footprint of Indian agricultural produce through efficient and sustainable export pathways, the statement added.
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