India cautiously optimistic on agri exports to Iran
Despite domestic challenges, India has the potential to export fruits, vegetables and basmati rice to Iran.
Speaking to BusinessLine, V Shankar, Managing Director of Rallis India, said deficient rain in the last two years has put huge stress on farmers, with commodity prices dropping along with fall in output, a rare phenomenon in any business.
Given the current situation, farmers can definitely tap into export potential to Iran, if the Centre provides a little support to bring down the cost of cultivation, he said.
Fruits and vegetables are a good diversification for farmers as they consume less water compared to other crops and can be grown in 90 days.
Read more at The Hindu BusinessLine