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Far East and European markets to become dominant buyers
System installed in Jhirk village, funded by USAID
Exports to Australia, Libya, Mauritius and South Korea start after remaining banned for 13 years
Potential markets remain untapped due to delay in installing VHT plant
Exported 28,000 tons in first month of the season
Some growers and exporters are optimistic that the export target of 0.1 million tons would be achieved this year
Phyto-sanitary certificates being issued without hot water treatment
The minister urged the exporters to support growers, especially small farmers, who are facing severe hardships
Poor packaging and hygiene standards major barriers