date:Aug 14, 2012
million tonnes of coffee, earning US$2.1 billion and US$ 2.5 billion, respectively.
Most notably, cashew nut exports rose more than 36 per cent, reaching 120,000 tonnes worth US$ 828 million.
These are all positive signs as 2012 was chosen as the year to focus on food quality, hygiene and safety to address major social issues and meet the stricter demands of import markets.
The MARD has also worked out a plan to promote steady and healthy trade links with China.
It will work with Chinese ag