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APEDA and Tripura hold International Organic Buyer-Seller Meet in Agartala

APEDA and the Government of Tripura organised an International Organic Buyer-Seller Meet in Agartala, announced on 14 August 2026, with over 20 international buyers and products such as Queen Pineapple and GI-tagged Kalikhasa rice on display.

Summary

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) and the Government of Tripura organised an International Organic Buyer-Seller Meet in Agartala, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry said on 14 August 2026. Around 200 participants attended, including more than 20 international buyers from countries such as Australia, New Zealand, Germany, Italy, Greece and Argentina, along with 27 exporters and 96 farmers from 22 FPOs. Stalls showcased Tripura's Queen Pineapple, GI-tagged Kalikhasa rice, organic ginger and turmeric, black sesame and scented lemon. The Tripura State Organic Farming Development Agency (TSOFDA) co-organised the event.

Key facts

Organisers
APEDA, Govt of Tripura, TSOFDA
Venue
Agartala
Participants
~200 incl. 20+ international buyers, 27 exporters, 96 farmers (22 FPOs)
Products
Queen Pineapple, GI-tagged Kalikhasa rice, organic ginger, turmeric

Practice MCQs 1 questions

Q1 Advanced

Which GI-tagged rice from Tripura was showcased at the APEDA International Organic Buyer-Seller Meet in Agartala in August 2026?

Show answer

Correct answer: A — Kalikhasa rice

Tripura's GI-tagged Kalikhasa rice was displayed along with Queen Pineapple, organic ginger and turmeric.

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