Meghalaya made its debut at BIOFACH 2026 in Germany, presenting its institution-backed organic ecosystem and strengthening its position in global organic trade networks.

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• Meghalaya participated for the first time at BIOFACH 2026 in Nuremberg, the world’s leading trade fair for organic food and agriculture.

• India was designated as the Country of the Year at the global platform, which witnessed participation from more than ninety countries.

• The state delegation was led by Vijay Kumar D, representing the Meghalaya Natural and Organic Farming Society for Livelihood and Innovation in Agriculture and outlining the organic development roadmap.

• Meghalaya highlighted its integrated organic ecosystem encompassing certification systems, farmer collectivisation, branding strategies and export-oriented agricultural value chains.

• Farmer representatives including Trinity Saioo from Jaintia Hills and Ringnang Kongkal Sangma from Garo Hills engaged with international buyers and certification agencies.

• The State Organic Mission 2028 aims to bring one lakh hectares under certified organic cultivation through institutional strengthening and enhanced market linkages.

• Premium products such as Lakadong turmeric, pineapple, ginger, Khasi mandarin and black pepper are already positioned in export markets.