India is 'Country of the Year' at BIOFACH 2026 organic trade fair in Nuremberg
India took part as 'Country of the Year' at BIOFACH 2026, the world's leading organic trade fair, which opened in Nuremberg, Germany, on 10 February 2026.
Summary
India took part as 'Country of the Year' at BIOFACH 2026, the world's leading trade fair for organic products, inaugurated in Nuremberg, Germany, on 10 February 2026. APEDA (Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority) organised India's participation. Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal highlighted amendments to the National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP), India's organic regulation, referred to the conclusion of India–EU FTA negotiations, and called for an early India–EU Mutual Recognition Agreement on organics. The 1,074 sq m India Pavilion has 67 co-exhibitors, with a 50% rise in area and participation, making India the top non-EU exhibitor. Officials from Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Mizoram attended the pavilion opening.
Key facts
- Date and place
- 10 February 2026, Nuremberg, Germany
- India's role
- Country of the Year
- Organiser
- APEDA (Ministry of Commerce and Industry)
- India Pavilion
- 1,074 sq m, 67 co-exhibitors; top non-EU exhibitor
- Regulation highlighted
- National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP)
- Ask
- Early India–EU Mutual Recognition Agreement on organics
Practice MCQs 2 questions
In which city was BIOFACH 2026, where India was 'Country of the Year', inaugurated on 10 February 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Nuremberg
BIOFACH 2026, the world's leading organic trade fair, opened in Nuremberg, Germany.
Which body organised India's participation at BIOFACH 2026, and which regulation did the Commerce Secretary highlight there?
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Correct answer: D — APEDA; National Programme for Organic Production
APEDA organised India's participation; the Commerce Secretary highlighted amendments to the National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP).