Question : EXPORT OF AGRO PRODUCTS



(a) the percentage of export from agro-based industries in the Country;

(b) the details of domestic consumption of their product in the Country;

(c) the contribution of each State particularly Maharashtra therein; and

(d) the details of business based on the lac and wood industries during the last three years indicating the contribution of Maharashtra therein?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRO AND RURAL INDUSTRIES ( SHRI SANGH PRIYA GAUTAM )

(a): The estimated share of export under Agro and Rural Industries in total export is 0.08% during 2001-02.

(b): The total domestic consumption in terms of sales value of agro based industries during 2001-02 was Rs. 8383.49 crores.

(c): The State-wise contribution of domestic consumption of agro based industry products in the country including Maharashtra is given at Annexure-I.

(d): Data is not maintained centrally.