APEDA initiates export of nutrient-rich Moringa powder

In a bid to promote Indian Moringa products, two tonnes of organic certified Moringa powder were sent to the United States

In a bid to promote Moringa (botanical name Moringa oleifera) products exports from India, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has been supporting private entities in creating necessary infrastructure. Two tonnes of organic certified Moringa powder were sent to the United States through air consignment on 29 December, 2020. The event was flagged off by Dr M Angamuthu Chairman, APEDA, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India.

One of the APEDA registered exporter from Telangana, Medikonda Nutrients has been supported to start the export activities in a planned manner. The company has 240 hectares of Moringa plantation which includes land owned by the company and contract farming entered under the certified organic status of the produce. The company plans to export around 40 metric tonnes of Moringa leaves powder to the USA. The company has set up Moringa products processing unit in Gongloor Village, Pulkal Mondal Sangareddy district of Telangana. APEDA has been constantly facilitating the budding exporter for enhancing the Moringa exports from India.

With more Moringa processing units being created through the support of APEDA, the exports would be increasing in the next few years which would bring benefits to the farmers.

Moringa has been used for centuries due to its medicinal properties and health benefits in various forms. Globally, the demand for Moringa products, such as Moringa Leaf Powder and Moringa Oil, has been witnessing healthy growth. Moreover, international organizations and institutions are exploring the best ways on how to use Moringa as a nutritional supplement and in food fortification. There are several species of Moringa across the world. Its usage has been well received among the global consumers for its nutritional, medicinal, culinary uses.