Synopsis
India's organic food exports have surged by 35% to $665.96 million in FY25, reflecting the growing global demand for organic products. The government aims to exceed $1 billion in exports by 2030 while promoting organic farming initiatives.Key Takeaways
- 35% increase in organic food exports
- Exports reached $665.96 million
- Volume rose by 41% to 0.37 MT
- US is a primary market
- Goal of $2 billion by 2030
New Delhi, April 16 (NationPress) India’s export of organic food products has experienced a remarkable 35 percent increase, reaching $665.96 million (approximately Rs 5,700 crore) during the financial year that concluded on March 31, 2025, compared to $494.80 million in 2023-24, as per the latest data released by the government.
In terms of volume, the export of organic food items, including cereals, tea, spices, medicinal plants, oilseeds, and processed foods, rose by 41 percent to 0.37 million tonnes (MT) in 2024-25 from 0.26 million tonnes in the previous year.
The government attributes this growth to the increasing global demand for Indian organic food products. The United States stands out as a primary destination, with the European Union, Canada, and the United Kingdom also being significant markets.
Specific exports have seen impressive growth: organic rice and millets surged to $161.67 million in FY25 from $86.66 million in FY24, organic processed food increased to $154.01 million from $129.61 million, medicinal plant products rose to $88.57 million from $72.42 million, organic tea climbed to $45.13 million from $34.11 million, organic spices to $45.42 million from $35.93 million, and organic oilseeds went up to $36.20 million from $25.64 million, according to the data.
India has set an ambitious goal to exceed $1 billion in organic product exports and aims for $2 billion by 2030.
To promote organic farming and exports, the government is working on several initiatives, including establishing Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRAs) with other nations to ease trade.
The Agricultural & Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) oversees the National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP), which establishes standards for organic production, processing, and trade within India. Products certified under NPOP ensure compliance with international quality standards.
The global market for organic products is valued at around Rs 1 lakh crore, and with enhanced promotion and production, this figure could rise to Rs 10 lakh crore.
India boasts the highest number of organic farmers in the world and ranks second in terms of the area dedicated to organic farming.
