Nepal Exports Ghee Worth 1.5 Crore to India and Japan

Kathmandu, [Date] – At a time when Nepal's dairy industry is struggling to find adequate domestic market for its products, the country has successfully exported ghee (clarified butter) worth NPR 1.52 crore to India and Japan in the fiscal year 2081/82, according to data released by the Department of Customs.

Export Breakdown:

• To India: 6,000 kg (worth NPR 38.4 lakh)

• To Japan: 9,000 kg (worth NPR 1.14 crore)

Context:

The figures highlight Nepal's growing potential in dairy exports despite challenges in local market absorption. The ghee exports mark a significant achievement for Nepal's dairy sector, which has been seeking to expand its international footprint.