APEDA is an export promotion organization established in 1985 under the Ministry of Commerce and Industries. It is responsible for promoting and developing exports of agricultural and processed food products. APEDA has a head office in New Delhi and regional offices located in major agro potential states. It works to develop industries, undertake surveys, provide financial assistance, register exporters, inspect facilities, improve packaging and marketing, and collect export statistics for scheduled agricultural products. APEDA's main functions are to promote exports of products like fruits, vegetables, cereals, spices, meat and dairy. It organizes international trade exhibitions and provides various financial assistance schemes to support export development.