Mission expands opportunities for Brazilian fruits in India.

The Ministry of Agriculture (Mapa) supported the trade mission of the Brazilian Association of Fruit and Derivative Producers and Exporters (Abrafrutas) to India, with the aim of expanding opportunities for Brazilian fruit farming in one of the world's largest consumer markets. The agenda brought together national exporters with importers, retail chains and local logistics operators, focusing on products such as avocado, Tahiti lime and apple.

The initiative had the support of the Brazilian agricultural attaché in India, Roberto Papa, in coordination with the Brazilian Embassy in New Delhi. During the mission, the delegation visited different links in the fruit distribution chain and participated in meetings focused on prospecting for business and expanding the presence of Brazilian products in the Indian market.

In New Delhi, the itinerary included a visit to Azadpur Subzi Mandi, the main wholesale fruit and vegetable center in the Indian capital, as well as traditional markets, fruit shops, organic product stores, and establishments specializing in the sale of imported products.

During the meetings, representatives from the retail sector expressed interest in importing Brazilian fruits, highlighting the potential for expanding the presence of these products in the local market.

The mission also visited the Suri Agrofresh company in Kundli, Haryana state, where the delegation learned about refrigerated storage facilities and discussed with importers aspects related to logistics, sanitary requirements, and commercial conditions for the entry of Brazilian fruits into the country.

The New Delhi leg concluded with the event "Terroir of Brazil: a taste of Brazilian fruits and typical dishes," held at the Official Residence of the Brazilian Embassy. The meeting brought together authorities, importers, and representatives from the Indian private sector to showcase Brazilian products and business opportunities linked to the national fruit industry.

At the event, the Mobile Distribution Center (CDM) was launched, an initiative of the Agricultural Attaché in New Delhi aimed at promoting Brazilian products in India. Through a QR Code, visitors can access information about products, companies, and business opportunities, with service available in Portuguese, English, and Hindi.

Following the program in the Indian capital, the delegation traveled to Mumbai, where they participated in the Fresh India Show 2026, held at the CIDCO Exhibition Centre. The agenda also included a visit to the Port of Mumbai to assess the logistical conditions for importing fresh fruit.

India is the world's most populous country, with approximately 1,4 billion inhabitants, and boasts a large and diverse consumer market. This mission takes place within a context of expanding Brazilian fruit production in international trade. In the first quarter of 2026, Brazilian exports of fresh fruit registered growth exceeding 20% ​​in value and 13% in volume, compared to the same period of the previous year. Since 2023, 34 new export opportunities have been opened for Brazilian fruits, expanding access for national products to international markets.