<h1>Trial export of 1.2-tonne regional apples to Dubai tests cold-chain, post-harvest handling and logistics for market access</h1> A government commerce official flagged off a trial 1.2-tonne shipment of region-specific apples to Dubai, facilitated by a national agricultural export authority, to test cold-chain, post-harvest handling, and logistics for international market access. The authority is coordinating with the state government, exporters and farmer groups to address infrastructure and connectivity gaps, promote Good Agricultural Practices, and ensure compliance with international quality standards through organic certification and geographic indication tagging. Lessons from the trial will inform regulatory, certification and supply-chain measures to support sustainable export pathways and higher farmer incomes.