Israel has allowed India market access for a lesser-known agricultural product – okra (bhindi or lady’s finger) seeds, with a permit system. India’s total export of okra, including in seeds form, was 6,504 tonnes worth $6.44 million (or ₹54.85 crore) in 2024-25, with Germany as the top buyer.
In a notice on its website, India’s agri export promotion body Apeda said a communication has been received from NPPO, Isreal, conveying the market access for export of Indian okra seeds (Abelmoshus esculentus).
“The exports of okra seeds to Israel are subject to the condition that a phytosanitary certificate should be endorsed with an additional declaration,” said Apeda General Manager Vinita Sudhanshu.
Source : Thehindubusinessline
