APEDA offers various schemes and financial assistance programs to support and promote agricultural exports from India. Some notable schemes and financial assistance provided by APEDA include:

1. Market Development Assistance (MDA): This scheme aims to promote Indian agricultural products in international markets and support exporters in their market development efforts. Under MDA, financial assistance is provided for activities such as participation in trade fairs, exhibitions, buyer-seller meets, and export promotion seminars.

2. Infrastructure Development Assistance (IDA): The IDA scheme focuses on developing infrastructure facilities that aid in the export of agricultural products. Financial assistance is provided for the construction, upgradation, and modernization of cold storage chains, pack houses, pre-cooling facilities, and other infrastructure required for exports.

3. Quality Development Assistance (QDA): APEDA provides financial support under the QDA scheme to enhance the quality and safety standards of agricultural and processed food products. Assistance is offered for activities like setting up quality control laboratories, implementation of food safety standards, and obtaining certifications such as Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), ISO, etc.

4. Transport Assistance: APEDA offers financial assistance for the transportation of eligible agricultural products from the place of production to the port of shipment. This assistance is aimed at reducing transportation costs and enhancing the competitiveness of Indian exporters in the international market.

5. Reimbursement of Registration Fees: Registered members of APEDA can avail reimbursement of fees paid for obtaining quality certifications like HACCP, ISO, Good Agricultural Practices (GAP), etc. This reimbursement helps in reducing the financial burden on exporters while ensuring compliance with quality standards.

6. Export Promotion Missions: Periodically, APEDA organizes export promotion missions to various countries to explore new market opportunities and establish business connections. Registered members may receive financial assistance for participation in these missions, enabling them to showcase their products and engage with potential buyers.

It’s important to note that the availability, criteria, and terms of these schemes and financial assistance may vary from time to time. Therefore, it is advisable to visit the official APEDA website or contact us to get most up-to-date information on the schemes and financial assistance programs.