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Field notes from the trade desk.

Practical writing on sourcing, compliance and controlled-environment agriculture — for buyers, growers and anyone curious about how goods actually move.

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What EU deforestation rules mean for Indian agri exporters
Trade outlookMarch 2026

What EU deforestation rules mean for Indian agri exporters

Due-diligence statements, geolocation data and the practical steps sourcing teams should take this season to stay shippable into Europe.

8 min read
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OriginFeb 2026

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Curing, polishing and curcumin testing — why the same field can produce two very different grades.

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QualityFeb 2026

Reading a tea tasting sheet like a buyer

Liquor, briskness and leaf grade: a short glossary for importers moving beyond commodity CTC.

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NMR testing and the honey authenticity question
ComplianceJan 2026

NMR testing and the honey authenticity question

How adulteration is detected, and what documentation serious buyers should insist on.

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Handloom at scale without losing the hand
CraftJan 2026

Handloom at scale without losing the hand

Working with artisan clusters on repeatable quality, lead times and honest labelling.

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What controlled-environment growing can and cannot promise
InnovationDec 2025

What controlled-environment growing can and cannot promise

How hydroponic and aeroponic systems are designed, and which claimed gains depend on the setup.

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