India Eases Rice Export Regulations for Most European Countries
This policy change significantly reduces the regulatory burden for rice exporters targeting European markets outside of the specified countries. This exemption is effective immediately and will remain in place for six months, until September 9, 2025.
Government Amends Export Norms to Boost Millet-Infused Wheat Flour Exports
The Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has announced amendments to the Standard Input Output Norms (SION) E-136, enabling and regulating the export of “Wheat Flour (Atta) with Millets.” This move aims to promote the export of value-added products and support the inclusion of millets in global food supply chains.
India Removes Minimum Export Price (MEP) on Non-Basmati White Rice
The Government of India has removed the Minimum Export Price (MEP) on the export of Non-Basmati White Rice, effective from October 23, 2024. The decision was made through an amendment to the Foreign Trade Policy, specifically for the HS Code 1006 30 90, which covers Non-Basmati White Rice. The removal of the MEP is expected to make Indian non-basmati rice more competitive in the global market.
Government Introduces New Export Policy Condition for Halal Certification Process for Meat and Meat Products
The Central Government has introduced new requirements for the export of specified meat and meat products to certain countries. These changes aim to ensure the compliance of exported products with Halal certification standards. These new requirements have come into force from October 16, 2024.
