Arunachal Pradesh Blooms with First Commercial Floriculture Export

Arunachal Pradesh enters commercial floriculture by exporting 2,000 Asiatic Lilium stems, generating Rs 1 lakh for farmers. Chief Minister Pema Khandu hails this as a new era for the state's horticultural growth, supported by MIDH. A GI application for local oranges and farmer recognition initiatives highlight ongoing agro-economic developments.

In a significant milestone for Arunachal Pradesh's agriculture sector, Chief Minister Pema Khandu announced that the state's first consignment of commercial floriculture export has been sent to Guwahati, Assam. The shipment, comprising 2,000 Asiatic Lilium stems from Lower Subansiri district, earned Rs 1 lakh for local farmers.

This initiative was launched under the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH) to promote the cultivation of high-quality flowers suited to Arunachal Pradesh's diverse climates. "These blooms will soon reach major flower markets across India, marking a new chapter of prosperity for our farmers," Khandu stated.

In addition, the state has filed a Geographical Indication (GI) application for oranges from Upper Subansiri, aiming to promote Arunachal Pradesh's unique produce. Alongside these initiatives, the "Harvest of the Month" program was launched to recognize progressive farmers who have significantly contributed to the horticulture sector's growth.

(With inputs from agencies.)