Organised in collaboration with APEDA, under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, this two-day event brought together over 300 stakeholders—from progressive farmers and Indian exporters to international buyers, processors, researchers, and policymakers.
What set this event apart was not just the scale, but the depth of engagement across the entire oilseeds value chain. From insightful panel discussions and sectoral presentations to a first-of-its-kind farmer panel, every session was designed to address practical challenges and identify actionable opportunities. The presence of leading voices from India and overseas brought in rich perspectives, making the dialogue truly global.
During this event, IOPEPC also unveiled the findings of the Summer Crop Survey, providing valuable data-driven insights into Groundnut and Sesame cultivation in Gujarat and Maharashtra, which will support more informed decision-making at every level of the value chain.
The month also brought positive signals from international markets. India’s Groundnut exports during April–March 2024–25 touched 7,46,315 metric tonnes, marking a solid 9.64% growth in volume over the previous year. Though the total export value stood slightly lower at USD 794.99 million—mainly due to softer international prices—the demand momentum remained strong across key destinations such as Indonesia, Bangladesh, Philippines and Russia. This consistency in volume growth reinforces the strength and reliability of Indian Groundnut in the global market.
Similarly, Sesame seed exports reached 2,50,950 metric tonnes, registering a 4.54% rise in volume over last year. Despite a modest dip in overall export value to USD 491.45 million, the performance in key and emerging markets was encouraging. Countries such as Korea, Vietnam, USA, Germany, Netherlands, and Italy recorded robust growth in volumes. The EU and MENA regions especially showed promising traction, reinforcing the global trust in the quality and reliability of Indian Sesame.
Another key initiative during the month was our awareness drive around the World Bank’s B-READY project, where we encouraged stakeholders to participate in the ongoing global benchmarking study that focuses on trade practices and the ease of doing business in India’s agri-export ecosystem. Engaging with such international reform platforms is essential for keeping India’s trade systems responsive and competitive.
Capping off this impactful month, I was deeply honored to receive the Distinguished Leadership Award at the Exhibition Excellence Awards 2025, held on 31st May at Navi Mumbai. I sincerely dedicate this award to IOPEPC family- our Board of Directors, members and above all, our farmers- whose passion and perseverance power our mission forward every day.
As we look to the upcoming season, let us carry this momentum forward- with renewed optimism and unity. IOPEPC remains fully committed to strengthening capacity, expanding markets, and helping Indian Oilseeds achieve even greater success across the world.