Tripura dispatches 1,000 kg organic white sesame to Gujarat under MOVCDNER, strengthening farmer market linkages, boosting organic agriculture, and expanding national reach through FPC-led value chains with Amul subsidiary support.
Tripura has successfully dispatched a consignment of 1,000 kilograms of organic white sesame to Gujarat, marking another milestone in the state’s expanding presence in national agricultural markets. The consignment was formally flagged off on Thursday by Tripura’s Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister, Ratan Lal Nath, under the central government-supported Mission Organic Value Chain Development for North Eastern Region (MOVCDNER).
The organic white sesame shipment was jointly marketed by three Farmer Producer Companies (FPCs) — Loknath Organic FPC, Dhalai Organic FPC, and Yapri Organic FPC — and supplied to Media Minds, a subsidiary of the renowned dairy cooperative Amul, located in Anand, Gujarat. This development highlights the growing trust and demand for Tripura’s organically cultivated produce beyond the northeastern region.
Officials described the consignment as more than a routine commercial transaction. It represents the strengthening of organized organic value chains in Tripura, where farmers are increasingly being linked directly to national markets through structured marketing systems, certification support, and institutional buyers.
Speaking at the flag-off ceremony, Minister Ratan Lal Nath said the shipment symbolized the beginning of a new chapter for Tripura’s organic agriculture, particularly as it coincides with the start of the New Year. He emphasized that the government views this achievement as a foundation for wider market expansion rather than a standalone success.
According to Nath, the state government plans to intensify efforts in 2026 to reinforce organic marketing infrastructure, ensure better price realization for farmers, and enhance direct market linkages. He stated that special focus would be placed on expanding marketing networks at the state, inter-state, and international levels to make Tripura a recognized hub of certified organic produce.
“2026 will be a year of new possibilities, new initiatives, and the opening of new markets for Tripura’s organic agriculture. This shipment reflects the collective efforts of our farmers, FPCs, and the government working together toward a common goal,” the minister said.
Tripura has steadily emerged as one of the leading organic farming states in the Northeast, with thousands of farmers engaged in certified organic cultivation under MOVCDNER. Organic white sesame, known for its nutritional value, oil content, and demand in food processing industries, has been identified as one of the promising crops with strong market potential across India.
The successful dispatch to Gujarat also underscores the role of Farmer Producer Companies in aggregating produce, maintaining quality standards, and negotiating with large buyers. By pooling resources and output, these FPCs have enabled small and marginal farmers to access markets that were previously beyond their reach.
Minister Nath also acknowledged the crucial role played by the International Competence Centre for Organic Agriculture (ICCOA) and Sheel Biotech in supporting the initiative. Their assistance in certification, quality control, and market linkage has been instrumental in ensuring that Tripura’s organic sesame meets national standards and buyer expectations.
Experts believe that such inter-state marketing initiatives will significantly improve farmer incomes by reducing dependence on local markets and middlemen. Direct linkage with established buyers like Amul subsidiaries not only assures stable demand but also enhances the credibility of Tripura’s organic produce in competitive markets.
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Extending New Year greetings during the event, Nath conveyed his best wishes to farmers, FPC members, concerned government departments, and partner organizations. He expressed optimism that the coming year would bring higher farm incomes, stronger organic value chains, and sustainable growth opportunities for rural communities across Tripura.
The successful sesame shipment to Gujarat is expected to pave the way for similar exports of other organic products such as turmeric, ginger, pineapple, and pulses in the future. As Tripura continues to align policy support with farmer-led institutions and market-driven strategies, the state’s organic agriculture sector appears poised for long-term national and global integration.
