<h1>Union government launches National Cooperative Export Limited to boost farmer incomes through direct international market access</h1> The Union government established National Cooperative Export Limited (NCEL) to boost cooperative sector exports and maximize farmer benefits. A state minister announced that a cooperative federation and mandi board signed an MoU with NCEL to promote institutional spice exports. The state has 1,578 societies with NCEL membership. Officials stated this initiative will ensure fair pricing for farmers' produce and provide direct access to international markets. The state exports various agricultural products including paddy, spices, coriander, chili, and bananas. NCEL's managing director emphasized the direct international market linkage will increase farmer incomes through cooperative prosperity and export progress.