India’s agriculture exports grew 2.8% year-on-year to reach $52.55 billion in FY 2025–26, up from $51.12 billion in the previous fiscal, according to data from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
The growth came despite global uncertainties and was driven by a balanced mix of traditional export strengths and emerging high-value product segments. Officials said diversification across commodities and improved value realisation supported the overall performance.
Marine and plantation products led the momentum, while agri and allied segments continued to anchor exports. Among key categories, pulses exports surged 21.8% to $948.11 million, reflecting rising global demand for protein. Fresh fruit shipments increased 12.9% to $1.32 billion, aided by stronger supply chains.
Vegetable oil exports rose 15.9% to $732.15 million, while cereal preparations—representing processed and value-added foods—crossed $1.01 billion, growing 7.8%. The performance highlights a gradual shift towards higher-value agricultural exports.
Other segments also posted notable gains. Cashew exports grew 12.2% to $379.51 million, while cocoa products rose 7.6% to $317.97 million. Oilseeds exports recorded a sharp jump of 84.4%, signalling emerging opportunities in niche agricultural commodities.
Processed food categories continued to strengthen export resilience, with miscellaneous processed items reaching $1.71 billion, underlining the increasing role of value addition in India’s agri-export strategy.