<h1>Cabinet Committee Approves Continuation of Agriculture Export Promotion Plan Scheme by APEDA for 12th Plan Period (2012-17.</h1> The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved the continuation of the Agriculture Export Promotion Plan Scheme by the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) for the 12th Plan period (2012-17). The scheme, with a budget of Rs.1100 crore, focuses on infrastructure development, transport assistance, market development, and quality development. The objective is to enhance the capabilities of Indian agro product exporters and support them in maximizing their export potential through targeted interventions at various stages of the supply chain. The budget allocation for each component is detailed for each year within the plan period.