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Assam produces high quality Cavendish and local banana varieties, contributing to India's 30 Percent share in global banana exports.
Assam's Giant Kew pineapple is GI tagged, producing 200,000 tons yearly for domestic and export markets.
Assam grows hybrid tomatoes yielding 25 tons or hectare, exported to neighboring states. Fiscal imports from Maharashtra incur 5 Percent GST, non fiscal via seed quality controls.
Assam's robust jackfruits, at 150,000 tons production, are exported as fresh or chips. Fiscal benefits include 0 percent export duty, non fiscal via organic labeling.
Assam's Langra and Himsagar mangoes produce 300,000 tons, exported to the UK. Fiscal exports get MEIS incentives (2 5 Percent), non fiscal via irradiation mandates. Opportunities in pulp processing for beverages.
GI tagged Assam Lemon yields 50,000 tons, exported to Middle East. Fiscal zero duty under FTAs, non fiscal phytosanitary protocols.
Assam is a major producer of ginger and turmeric, with high quality output used in spices, traditional medicine, and value added processing for domestic and export markets.
Oranges grown in Assam’s hill and semi hill regions are known for their taste and are widely used for fresh consumption and juice processing industries.
Sugarcane cultivation in Assam supports rural livelihoods and is used for producing jaggery, sugar, and other traditional and processed products.
Guava is widely cultivated in Assam and serves as an important fruit for fresh consumption and processing into pulp, juices, and value added products.
Litchi produced in Assam is valued for its sweetness and is consumed fresh as well as processed into juices and pulp for seasonal markets.
Mushroom cultivation in Assam is emerging as a high value activity, suitable for small scale farmers and entrepreneurs due to its low space requirement and high demand.
Assam is globally known for Bhut Jolokia and other chillies, which are used in spice processing and have strong demand in domestic and export markets.
Brinjal is a commonly cultivated vegetable in Assam, supporting local markets and daily consumption across rural and urban areas.
Leafy greens, including traditional Assamese varieties, are widely grown in Assam and contribute to nutrition, food security, and local vegetable markets.
