Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday launched the export of GI-tagged (Geographical Identification) ‘Tezpur Litchi’ to London in order to boost litchi production and improve the economic situation of small farmers in the district.
This initiative is projected to increase the possibilities for litchi exports from the eastern region, particularly to western countries.
Taking to Twitter, Chief Minister Sarma said, “Delighted to launch the export of Tezpur Litchi, which has been given geographical indication (GI) tag for its excellent quality & pleasant flavor, to London. The export of litchis will help in uplifting the economic condition of small & marginal farmers in the dist.”
Agnigarh Farmer Producer Company would export the litchis through Kiega Exims at Tezpur Convention Center in Sonitpur district. Kiega Exims is a collaboration between the Assam Agricultural University (AAU), the Agriculture Department, Sonitpur, and NABARD, with support from APEDA, APART, BNCA, AAU, Tezpur University, and the district administration.
