Yesterday, in a major boost to the export potential of the eastern region, the first commercial consignment of Geographical Indications certified “Jardalu” mangoes from Bhagalpur, Bihar, was exported to the UK. The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority ( APEDA) in collaboration with the Bihar government, Indian High Commission and Invest India, exported the mangoes, packed and treated at APEDA packhouse in Lucknow.
Jardalu mangoes from Bhagalpur district of Bihar received GI certification in 2018. A Ministry of Commerce and Industry release said APEDA has been initiating measures to boost mango exports from non-traditional regions.
Source: aninews.in