**Executive Summary**
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) is organizing India's participation as the "Country of the Year" at BIOFACH Germany 2026, held on February 10, 2026. India is showcasing its organic products, agricultural heritage, and growing stature as a reliable global supplier. The event also highlights the strengthened organic regulatory framework and the India-EU trade momentum.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **BIOFACH Germany 2026 Participation:**
* India is the "Country of the Year" at BIOFACH Germany 2026.
* India’s participation is organized by APEDA, under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
* India's presence underscores its role in the global organic ecosystem.
* **Showcasing Organic Strength:**
* Trade visitors can gain insights into Indian organic products, value creation models, and partnership opportunities.
* The pavilion showcases a range of organic products, including rice, oilseeds, herbs, spices, pulses, and more.
* Curated food tastings feature innovative pairings of Indian organic products with European culinary styles.
* **Organic Regulatory Framework:**
* Amendments to the National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP) are highlighted to strengthen the credibility of India's organic framework.
* **India-EU Trade:**
* The India-European Union Free Trade Agreement aims to enhance bilateral trade and investment ties, strengthen supply chains, and support sustainable growth.
* There is a call for the early conclusion of the Mutual Recognition Agreement on organics between India and the European Union.
* **Exhibition Details:**
* The India Pavilion spans 1,074 square meters and hosts 67 co-exhibitors.
* India's participation has increased significantly over previous editions.
* Exhibitors from over 20 Indian states are participating.
**Impact Analysis**
**Indian Organic Product Exporters, Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), Cooperatives, Organic Certification and Testing Laboratories, State Government Organizations and Commodity Boards**
* **Impact:** Increased visibility on a global platform and potential for new business opportunities.
* **Action Required:** Participate in the BIOFACH Germany 2026 event to showcase products and services.
**Ministry of Commerce and Industry / APEDA**
* **Impact:** Opportunity to promote Indian organic products and strengthen trade relationships.
* **Action Required:** Continue to support and facilitate the participation of Indian businesses in international events like BIOFACH.
**Indian Government**
* **Impact:** Showcasing India's growing stature as a reliable global supplier of organic products.
* **Action Required:** Continue efforts to strengthen the organic regulatory framework and support sustainable growth in the organic sector.
**European Union**
* **Impact:** Opportunity to strengthen trade relations with India and expand organic trade through agreements.
* **Action Required:** Work towards the early conclusion of the Mutual Recognition Agreement on organics between India and the European Union.
Key Entities Referenced
BIOFACH Germany 2026: World's leading trade fair for organic products, where India was featured as 'Country of the Year.'
APEDA: Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority, responsible for organizing India's participation in BIOFACH 2026 and promoting organic exports.
National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP): India's organic regulation framework, whose key amendments were highlighted during the event to strengthen the credibility of Indian organic products.
Ministry of Commerce & Industry: The Indian ministry under which APEDA operates.
India-European Union Free Trade Agreement: A trade agreement mentioned to enhance bilateral trade and investment ties, strengthen resilient supply chains and support sustainable growth.
Ministry of Commerce & Industry
India Shines as ‘Country of the Year’ at BIOFACH
Germany 2026, Showcasing Organic Strength
and Global Leadership
India Highlights Strengthened Organic Regulatory Framework
and India–EU Trade Momentum at BIOFACH 2026
Posted On: 11 FEB 2026 5:18PM by PIB Delhi
India marked a significant presence as the “Country of the Year” at the inaugural of BIOFACH Germany
2026, the world’s leading trade fair for organic products, held on 10 February 2026 at Nuremberg,
Germany. The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under
the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, is organising India’s participation with a
prominent and high-impact presence, highlighting the country’s rich agricultural heritage and its growing
stature as a reliable global supplier of organic products. Trade visitors are being provided insights into
Indian organic products, value creation models and partnership opportunities.
At the inaugural ceremony of BIOFACH 2026, attended by Federal Minister of Agriculture, Food and
Regional Identity, Government of Germany, Mr. Alois Rainer; Director-General, Agriculture and Rural
Development, European Commission, Ms. Elisabeth Werner; and other delegates from leading organic-
producing countries, Secretary, Department of Commerce, Government of India, Shri Rajesh Agrawal,
highlighted India’s position as one of the world’s leading producers of organic products. He underlined the
key amendments made in India’s organic regulation, the National Programme for Organic Production
(NPOP), which further strengthen the credibility of India’s organic framework. He also emphasised the
complementarities between India and the European Union bloc, noting their combined demographic and
economic strength. Referring to the successful conclusion of negotiations of the India–European Union
Free Trade Agreement, he stated that the agreement would enhance bilateral trade and investment ties,
strengthen resilient supply chains and support sustainable growth. He also called for the early conclusion
of the Mutual Recognition Agreement on organics between India and the European Union to further
expand organic trade.
The India Country Pavilion was inaugurated by Secretary, Department of Commerce, Government of
India, Shri Rajesh Agrawal, in the presence of Additional Chief Secretary, Government of Manipur, Shri
Vivek Dewangan; Minister (Personnel), Embassy of India, Berlin, Dr. Mandeep Singh Tuli; Consul
General of India, Munich, Shri Shatrughna Sinha; Secretary, Industry, Government of Arunachal Pradesh,
Shri Hage Tari; Secretary, Trade and Commerce, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, Shri Taru Talo;
Secretary (Agriculture), Government of Madhya Pradesh, Shri Nishant Warwade; Chairman, APEDA,
Shri Abhishek Dev; Joint Secretary, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Shri Saket Kumar; Joint
Secretary, Ministry of Cooperation, Shri Raman Kumar; and Secretary, Horticulture, Government of
Mizoram, Mrs. Maria C.T. Zuali, along with other senior dignitaries from the Government of India and
State Governments.Curated by APEDA, the India Pavilion spans 1,074 square metres and hosts 67 co-exhibitors, including
organic product exporters, Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs), cooperatives, organic certification and
testing laboratories, state government organisations and commodity boards. The pavilion showcases a
wide range of organic products such as rice, oilseeds, herbs, spices, pulses, cashew, ginger, turmeric, large
cardamom, cinnamon, mango puree, essential oils, tea, coffee and millets. India’s participation at
BIOFACH 2026 represents a significant expansion over previous editions, with a 50 per cent increase in
area and participation, making India the top non-European Union exhibitor and among the top five
exhibiting countries at the event. This reflects the steady growth of Indian organic exports, rising
international demand and increased participation from exporters and state institutions.
Exhibitors from more than 20 Indian States, including Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh,
West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand,
Jammu and Kashmir, Delhi, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Telangana, are participating in the
exhibition, highlighting region-specific organic produce and value-added products.
In addition to product displays, the India Pavilion is featuring curated food tastings that showcase the
flavours and aromas of Indian cuisine, including innovative pairings of Indian organic products with
European culinary styles. A highlight includes the serving of organic basmati rice-based preparations
featuring select spices, celebrating India’s culinary heritage.
India’s participation as “Country of the Year” at BIOFACH Germany 2026 underscores its growing role in
the global organic ecosystem. With a rapidly expanding organic sector, India continues to supply high-
quality, sustainably produced products meeting stringent international standards. Through focused
initiatives and market-oriented support, APEDA remains committed to enabling Indian exporters to
effectively respond to evolving global demand and contribute to a dependable and sustainable organic
food basket for the world.
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Abhishek Dayal/Garima Singh/Anushka Pandey
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