The National Programme for Organic Production, Eighth Edition (NPOP)

Important Digital Initiatives and Portal Launches

• The NPOP Portal helps organic producers and exporters with operations and visibility.
• Organic Promotion Portal: Offers resources for capacity-building and links farmers and FPOs with international buyers.
• TraceNet 2.0: Guarantees traceability and adherence to international certification requirements.
• The updated APEDA Portal streamlines procedures for exporters of processed and agricultural foods.
• The AgriXchange Portal links exporters with foreign buyers and offers trade insights.

The Value of Organic Agriculture

The importance of organic farming to sustainable agriculture is becoming more widely acknowledged. It lessens the overuse of dangerous pesticides and fertilizers and fights water scarcity. By using organic farming practices, farmers have reported higher incomes and yields, which helps ensure the country's food security.

National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP) 8th Edition, January 10, 2025

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By 2028, it is anticipated that India's organic farming industry will have grown to a total export value of Rs 20,000 crore. Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Shri Piyush Goyal expressed this perspective at the National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP) 8th edition launch. Cultural tours in India.

Highlighting Organic Farming in India and Cultural Tours

• More than 1,000 farmers as well as well-known businesses like Organic India and Amul attended the event.
• The variety and excellence of Indian organic produce were showcased at APEDA-organized stalls.
• The event was attended by representatives from the United States, the European Union, South Korea, Australia, and the United Arab Emirates, in addition to organizations such as FAO, IFOAM, and FiBL

Prospects for Organic Exports in the Future

With the introduction of the eighth NPOP edition, India hopes to firmly establish itself as a major exporter of organic goods worldwide. Initiatives from the government demonstrate its dedication to farmer welfare and sustainable agriculture. It is anticipated that this deliberate emphasis on organic farming will improve India's standing in the global economy and create jobs.