New Delhi, Jan. 9 -- The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) participated in IndusFood 2026, where it organised the BHARATI Startup Challenge to promote innovation and entrepreneurship in the agricultural and processed food export sector.

The initiative aims to support export-ready startups through mentorship, market access, and policy facilitation. Selected startups will gain international exposure by participating in Gulfood in Dubai and BIOFACH in Germany, helping them evaluate global market opportunities.

Startup Zone Highlights Innovation

APEDA's participation also highlighted the BHARATI Startup Zone, which featured over 100 exhibitors.

The zone showcased agri-startups engaged in value a...