APEDA Facilitates Export of Bihar’s Makhana from Purnea to Greece

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the export of a 1 MT consignment of popped Makhana from Purnea, Bihar, to Greece. Sourced by Indo Global Export and exported through S. S Foods Exports Pvt. Ltd., the shipment moves from Mundra Port to Piraeus Port. India is the global leader in Makhana production, with Bihar accounting for 80-85% of the national output across more than 35,000 hectares. During FY 2025-26, India exported over 7,000 MT of Makhana and value-added products worth USD 22 million to more than 20 international destinations. The export initiative aims to enhance farmer realization, expand international market access, and strengthen export-oriented value chains.