The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has launched the BHARATI initiative to support agri-food and agri-tech startups, aiming to foster innovation and create new export opportunities. APEDA Chairman Abhishek Dev announced that top startups will be showcased globally. Despite global trade uncertainties, APEDA-promoted agri-exports grew 7% to $18.6 billion from April to November of FY26 and are projected to exceed $30 billion for the fiscal year.