The Washington apple industry is experiencing the return of exports to India in the wake of the abolition of the tariffs on September. Todd Fryhover, President of the Washington Apple Commission, states that this has resulted in an increase in the volume of shipments as compared to previous seasons.

“We were on the same tax rate as other nations, which prompted more demand for exports. Along with the increased crop size and a significant growth in our shipments this time as compared to last year’s on the continent of India,” Fryhover explains.

In spite of the long-standing preference for Washington state apples from India Fryhover concedes that the process of restoring the market back prior to the tariff is going to take time and dedication efforts.

“India is well-known for the red-colored variety because it is grown locally. Prior to there was the Section 232 tariffs, we delivered 8 million bushels a year. Our reputation was a good one within Washington. Once the duties were lifted, the importers swiftly went back the city of Washington,” Fryhover elaborates.

As exports to India have been increasing but the process of regaining brands and gain market share is likely to be slow.

Source: rfdtv.com