India ships organic palmyra jaggery powder from Erode to Bulgaria

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The shipment highlights the international market potential of a traditional Indian sweetener derived from palmyra palm blossom nectar

By PTI

Updated - October 17, 2026 at 02:56 AM. | New Delhi

Organic palmyra jaggery powder from Erode district in Tamil Nadu has been exported to Varna, Bulgaria, in a 1.755-tonne consignment. (A representative image)

India has exported a consignment of 1.755 tonnes of organic 'Palmyra' jaggery powder from Erode district of Tamil Nadu to Varna, Bulgaria, on October 15, the commerce ministry said on Friday.

The powder, derived from Palmyra (a variety of palm tree) blossom nectar, is a traditional Indian sweetener with potential for value addition and wider international market acceptance.

As an alternative to refined sugar, it offers potential nutritional benefits, including vitamins and minerals, it said.

Published on October 16, 2026

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