Kalaburagi’s GI-tagged toor dal was exported to the Maldives, with farmers receiving around 30% higher prices than local market rates, supporting the Centre’s Vocal for Local initiative.
NEWS: Kalaburagi’s GI-tagged toor dal has entered the international market, boosting the Centre’s 'Vocal for Local' initiative.
ABOUT
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the export of Kalaburagi toor dal to the Maldives during his 139th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat'.
- Other products mentioned -> Makhana from Purnia reaching Greece alongside Kalaburagi's toor dal reaching the Maldives.
EXPORT CONSIGNMENT DETAILS
- Facilitator -> Ramesh Kadaganchi of Kalaburagi facilitated the export through a Pune-based company.
- Quantity Exported -> 10 quintals of GI-tagged toor dal.
- Price Benefit -> Farmers received prices approximately 30% higher than prevailing local market rates.
FUTURE PLANS & GOVERNANCE
- Department Action -> Agriculture Department is working to expand toor dal exports to additional international markets.
- Samples Sent -> Samples sent to prospective overseas buyers, confirmed by Kalaburagi Joint Director of Agriculture Samad Patel.