What happened:
On November 5, 2025, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) shipped the first export consignment of 12 metric tonnes of fortified rice kernels (FRK) from Chhattisgarh to Costa Rica. The milestone highlights Chhattisgarh’s growing presence in the global supply chain of nutrition-rich food products and marks a key achievement in promoting fortified rice exports from India.
Why it matters to India:
The initiative, implemented under the POSHAN Abhiyaan and aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “Malnutrition Free India” vision, connects India’s domestic nutrition mission with international markets. Fortified rice exports not only strengthen India’s agri-export portfolio but also showcase the country’s technological advancements in food fortification and its commitment to global food security. APEDA has assured continued support to exporters as India expands the reach of fortified and value-added food products worldwide.