According to the Agricultural and Processed food products Export Development Authority (APEDA) 2020-2021, which state of India has the first rank in grapes production?

Correct option is A

Correct Answer: (a) Maharashtra
According to the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) report for 2020-2021, Maharashtra ranks first in grape production in India. The state contributes nearly 80% of the total grape production in the country and is also the largest exporter of grapes.
Key Facts About Grape Production in Maharashtra
Major Producing Regions: Nashik, Sangli, Pune, Solapur, Ahmednagar, Satara.
Production Share: Around 1.8-2.0 million metric tons annually.
Climate Requirement: Grapes require a warm and dry climate, making Maharashtra’s semi-arid conditions ideal.
Varieties Grown: Thompson Seedless, Sharad Seedless, Sonaka, Flame Seedless, and Bangalore Blue.
Exports: India exports grapes mainly to Europe, the Middle East, and Russia, with Maharashtra being the key exporter.
Government Support: The National Horticulture Mission (NHM) and APEDA promote grape cultivation and export policies.

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1. Maharashtra – 1st Rank (80% production)
● Leading producer and exporter of grapes in India.
2. Karnataka – 2nd Rank
● Regions: Bagalkot, Vijayapura, Koppal, Belagavi, Chikkaballapur.
● Major variety: Bangalore Blue.
3. Tamil Nadu – 3rd Rank
● Regions: Coimbatore, Madurai, Dindigul.
● Produces table grapes and wine varieties.
4. Madhya Pradesh & Telangana
● Also emerging in grape cultivation.