APEDA flags off first export of Areko cherries and Scentrose plums from J&K to UAE
APEDA facilitated the virtual flag-off of the first export shipment of Areko cherries and Scentrose plums from Shopian and Pulwama in Jammu and Kashmir to Abu Dhabi and Dubai (announced 4 July 2026).
Summary
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the virtual flag-off of the first export shipment of premium Areko cherries (high-density European sweet cherries) and Scentrose plums from Jammu and Kashmir to Abu Dhabi and Dubai in the UAE, the Commerce Ministry said on 4 July 2026. The one-tonne consignment was sourced from farmers in Shopian and Pulwama districts. APEDA Chairman Abhishek Dev led the flag-off.
Key facts
- Produce
- Areko cherries and Scentrose plums
- Source
- Shopian and Pulwama, J&K
- Destination
- Abu Dhabi and Dubai, UAE
- Quantity
- 1 metric tonne
- Led by
- APEDA Chairman Abhishek Dev
Practice MCQs 1 questions
The first export shipment of Areko cherries and Scentrose plums from Jammu and Kashmir to the UAE (July 2026) was sourced from which districts?
Show answer
Correct answer: D — Shopian and Pulwama
The one-tonne consignment was sourced from farmers in Shopian and Pulwama districts.