Northeast can become India’s next growth engine through organic farming

Nirmala Sitharaman highlights Northeast’s organic farming potential, saying Meghalaya can lead with sustainable agriculture and premium global produce.

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Finance Minister Sitharaman inaugurates Meghalaya's organic spice plant, positioning Northeast India for premium agricultural exports versus volume. This agri-tech shift signals supply-chain traceability focus, reshaping India's food export strategy and competitive positioning.

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