Uttarakhand Exports Frozen French Fries to Iraq

APEDA facilitated the first export of 24 tonnes of frozen French fries from Uttarakhand to Iraq. The shipment highlights India’s growing processed food export capacity.

APEDA facilitated the first export of 24 tonnes of frozen French fries from Uttarakhand to Iraq. The development is linked to India’s push for value-added agricultural and processed food exports. It also reflects the role of cold-chain infrastructure and food processing in expanding export markets. For exam purposes, APEDA is important as a statutory body working under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry to promote agricultural and processed food exports. Such exports support farmer income, food processing industries and India’s trade diversification.