Mumbai, June 3 -- The Maharashtra government is planning to set up a Mahabazar in the state, inspired by international models such as Rungis International Market in Paris and Royal Flora Holland in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

The project aims to modernise market management, boost exports, and improve the overall efficiency of the agricultural marketing system.

The key objectives are to promote export-oriented production technologies, post-harvest management, and international-grade packaging infrastructure for fruits, vegetables, and flowers, provide vital information on certifications, quality standards, and market demands to farmers and exporters and offer guidance, training programs, and support to new exporters and farmers.

A detailed ...