APEDA facilitates first export of 24 tonnes frozen French fries from Uttarakhand to Iraq
APEDA-backed first shipment of frozen French fries from Uttarakhand to Iraq highlights value-added agri-exports and logistics constraints in a landlocked state.
- APEDA said it supported the exporter through participation in major international trade exhibitions to improve buyer outreach and market access.
- APEDA said it is working with the Government of Uttarakhand on the State Agri Export Policy, including transport assistance to improve competitiveness.
- APEDA said processed fruits and vegetables together contributed nearly 10 per cent of its scheduled exports during 2025-26.
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority facilitated the first export of frozen French fries from Kashipur in Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand to Iraq. The shipment matters because it shows how value-added agricultural exports can expand beyond traditional raw commodities and create market opportunities for food processors in landlocked states.
The exported consignment was sent by Virun Global Trade Pvt. Ltd.. The exporter said product quality could support repeat orders and longer business relationships in overseas markets. That claim is a business expectation, not an already proven outcome.
Background and earlier position
UPSC can connect the first export of frozen French fries from Uttarakhand to Iraq with food processing, export competitiveness, Farmer Producer Organizations, state export policy, and the role of the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority in market access. A mains answer can examine how value addition at source can raise farmer incomes while logistics and market access still constrain growth.
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