The first commercial shipment of Apricot sourced from region of Union Territory (UT) of Ladakh has been exported to Dubai.
- The consignment of Apricot was transhipped from Leh, Ladakh to Mumbai prior to being exported to Dubai. APEDA has been working to establish an export value chain for Ladakh Apricot in association with an importer Group based in Dubai.
- Ladakh Apricots have a unique soothing taste and texture with high sugar contents and total soluble solids.
- UT of Ladakh produces several varieties of Apricots out of which four to five varieties are taken up for commercial cultivation and export opportunities exist for these varieties.
