From Export Quotas to Nutrition Security: India’s Agricultural Trade Strategy under the SEHAT Mission (2026–2029)
From Export Quotas to Nutrition Security: India’s Agricultural Trade Strategy under the SEHAT Mission (2026–2029) Abstract India’s agricultural export strategy between 2026 and 2029 is expected to balance three major objectives: foreign exchange earnings, domestic food price stability, and nutrition security under the proposed SEHAT (Sustainable Health and Agriculture Transformation) mission. This case-cum-research paper examines the export outlook for sugar, spices, and grains while analyzing the economic implications of sugar export quotas, domestic inflation management, and foreign exchange generation. The study uses secondary data from government reports, export statistics, commodity trends, and policy announcements to evaluate the relationship between export regulation and national food-security goals. The paper applies descriptive and comparative analysis to identify how export restrictions on sugar and grains influence domestic prices, farmer income, and India’s trade ...