After successful trial exports, GI-tagged figs from Purandar district in Maharashtra’s Pune district are set to make their way to the Middle East and Hong Kong. After successful exports to Germany last year, trial shipments were carried out to Rotterdam in The Netherlands and Hong Kong. To date, only figs from Brazil, Turkey or South Africa have been sold in these countries and this was the first time that figs from India reached their shores.
Figs from Purandar have been accorded the GI tag, much like the Alphonso mangoes from the state’s Konkan coast. Grown in a naturally dry area, figs from Purandar are special as they have a unique flavour and texture. However, due to its highly perishable nature, the fruit has failed to make its presence felt in domestic and international markets.
Source: indianexpress.com