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Agriculture
Telangana's Tandur Pigeon Pea Makes Historic Export to Australia
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 29 Oct 2026, 07:47 PM
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Telangana has exported its first 2.5 metric tonnes of GI-tagged Tandur pigeon pea to Australia. Union Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted the global success of India's Geographical Indication products.
Telangana has achieved a significant milestone in agricultural exports by shipping its first batch of Geographical Indication (GI) tagged Tandur pigeon pea to Australia. The initial consignment weighs 2.5 metric tonnes, marking a new chapter for the state's specialty crops in the international market.
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal announced the development, emphasizing that this export demonstrates the growing global recognition of India's GI products. He stated that these unique regional items are increasingly winning over consumers worldwide due to their distinct quality and origin.
The Tandur pigeon pea, native to the Telangana region, is known for its specific taste and nutritional profile. By securing a GI tag, the crop has gained a protected identity that helps differentiate it from other varieties in global trade.
This export is seen as a boost for local farmers in Telangana, potentially opening up new revenue streams and enhancing the market value of their produce. The move aligns with broader government efforts to promote Indian agricultural products on the global stage.
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal announced the development, emphasizing that this export demonstrates the growing global recognition of India's GI products. He stated that these unique regional items are increasingly winning over consumers worldwide due to their distinct quality and origin.
The Tandur pigeon pea, native to the Telangana region, is known for its specific taste and nutritional profile. By securing a GI tag, the crop has gained a protected identity that helps differentiate it from other varieties in global trade.
This export is seen as a boost for local farmers in Telangana, potentially opening up new revenue streams and enhancing the market value of their produce. The move aligns with broader government efforts to promote Indian agricultural products on the global stage.