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APEDA Launches BHARATI Initiative to Boost Agri-Food Exports and Support Startups.

National | Dated: 05 Sep 2025

In September 2025, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Department of Commerce (DoC), Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoC&I), launched the 'BHARATI' initiative to strengthen India’s agri-food export ecosystem and nurture agri-tech innovation.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - The initiative, titled Bharat's Hub for Agritech, Resilience, Advancement and Incubation for Export Enablement (BHARATI), was unveiled during the Food & Beverages Sector Stakeholders Meeting in New Delhi.
  • - The meeting was chaired by Union Minister Piyush Goyal, Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoC&I), who emphasized the need for technology-driven innovation to position India as a global leader in agricultural exports.
  • - BHARATI has been designed to support 100 agri-food and agri-tech startups, encouraging innovation in farming practices, food processing, and value-added agricultural products. These startups will receive incubation, mentoring, and financial guidance to enhance India’s competitiveness in the international market.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) The initiative aligns with APEDA’s long-term export strategy, which aims to achieve USD 50 billion worth of agri-food exports by 2030 for its scheduled products. The program particularly focuses on building resilient supply chains to withstand global market fluctuations and promote sustainability in agriculture.
  • (ii) BHARATI will prioritize high-value segments such as Geographical Indication (GI)-tagged products, organic foods, superfoods, novel processed agri-foods, livestock-based products, and AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa, and Homoeopathy) products. This will diversify India’s export basket while enhancing global recognition of indigenous products.
  • (iii) The first pilot cohort of the initiative, launched in September 2025, will provide incubation support to startups engaged in high-value agri-food production and technology-driven services. By doing so, APEDA aims to create a strong platform for young entrepreneurs, strengthen India’s export ecosystem, and drive innovation in the agriculture sector.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Recently, what is the name of the initiative launched by APEDA to boost India’s agri-food exports and support startups?

Correct Answer: BHARATI

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA)

  • Chairman : Abhishek Dev
  • Headquarters: New Delhi