Chhattisgarh’s farmers and exporters set to tap global markets directly, APEDA to open regional office in Raipur
Boost for agri-exports as CM Vishnu Deo Sai’s efforts bear fruit; state to emerge as an export hub
Raipur, July 30, 2025/ In a major milestone for Chhattisgarh’s agriculture sector, the state is set to get a regional office of the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) in Raipur. The development follows the proactive efforts of Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai and the state’s Department of Industries, with the Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry approving the proposal.
With this regional office, farmers, producers, and exporters in Chhattisgarh will now have access to a wide range of export-related services under one roof. No longer will they have to depend on offices in other states for training, certification, packaging, standardisation, or export-related procedures.
Global-quality services now at local level
The APEDA office in Raipur will streamline procedures such as phytosanitary certification, quality certification, lab testing, and export documentation—saving time and reducing costs for stakeholders.
Branding boost and global visibility for Chhattisgarh products
The regional office will ease direct exports of fruits, vegetables, rice, GI-tagged products, millets, and other agri commodities to international markets. This will ensure better prices for producers, new market access for traders, and global recognition for the state’s diverse agri-produce.
Doubling farmer income through knowledge and better prices
With access to global markets, Chhattisgarh’s farmers will command higher returns for their produce. They will also receive training and insights into modern techniques, quality control, advanced packaging, and global marketing—right at the local level.
Push for export infrastructure
Apart from certification and brand promotion, APEDA also supports infrastructure creation and maintenance. This includes food processing units, cold storages, and pack houses—giving a major boost to the state’s agri-business ecosystem.
Access to special schemes and subsidies
Chhattisgarh’s farmers, startups, and MSMEs will now benefit more easily from APEDA’s export promotion schemes, skill development programmes, and subsidy initiatives.
Expressing his happiness over the landmark move, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai said this new APEDA office would serve as a powerful bridge between Chhattisgarh’s agri producers and the global market. He called it a decisive step not just in boosting agri-exports, but in driving economic prosperity for the state.
“This achievement will make Chhattisgarh a leading state in the ‘Vocal for Local to Global’ campaign and open new doors for the export of our rich and diverse agri-products,” the Chief Minister added.
