Topic
fresh produce
Trade Superplum plans export of mangoes and lychees to global markets, says founder
Superplum, an Indian fresh produce brand and agtech company, plans to export mangoes and lychees to international markets, according to founder and CEO Shobit Gupta. The company aims to increase India's 0.4% share in global mango trade and capitalise on its position as the world's second-largest lychee producer. Despite challenges with exports to Japan, Superplum sees opportunity in demonstrating the quality of Indian fruits abroad.
Commodities India’s Fresh Produce Industry Reinvents with Tech, but Fragmentation Remains a Hurdle
India's fresh produce industry is undergoing a technology-driven reinvention, with companies investing in post-harvest infrastructure, computer vision grading, and traceability. However, the sector remains highly fragmented, with over 85% of fruits and vegetables passing through traditional wholesale markets, limiting technology adoption at the farm level.