India achieved a major milestone in its agricultural exports with the successful first ever trial shipment of pomegranates to Australia via sea. This marks a crucial step in expanding market access for Indian produce while optimising costs compared to air freight. The first-ever sea-freight consignment departed from India on 6 December 2024 and arrived in Sydney on 13 January 2025. Another shipment of 6.56 metric tonnes of the Bhagwa variety arrived in Brisbane on 6 January 25th. Both consignments were integrated into ANARNET, India’s traceability system, ensuring transparency and compliance with global quality standards. The timing of the delivery also aligned strategically with Australia”s non-producing season, maximising opportunities for Indian exporters. The next export season is set to begin in September, and key players like AgroStar’S INI Farms, Kay Bee Exports and others are looking forward to building on this success, ensuring a steady supply of Indian pome Granates to Australian markets.
