Day 6
Agriculture & FoodSkim2024-11-16
DGFT Regulates Sesamum Seed Exports to US
What Happened
In November 2024, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) tightened export policies for Indian sesamum seeds destined for the United States. Exporters must now obtain an export certification from the Indian Oilseeds and Produce Export Promotion Council (IOPEPC), supported by a NABL-accredited lab analysis.
Why It Matters
This regulatory measure ensures compliance with stringent US food safety standards, protecting India's agricultural export reputation and preventing trade rejections in global markets.
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