NCEL Signs MoU With HACA To Boost Cooperative Exports From Telangana

In a move aimed at strengthening agricultural exports from Telangana’s cooperative sector, the National Co-operative Exports Limited (NCEL) and Hyderabad Agricultural Co-operative Association Limited (HACA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Hyderabad.

The agreement marks the beginning of a long-term collaboration focused on expanding export opportunities for agricultural and allied products produced by cooperative societies across the state.

The MoU signing ceremony was attended by K. Surendra Mohan, IAS, Secretary, Agriculture and Cooperation, Government of Telangana, along with senior state government officials.

Unupom Kausik, Managing Director, NCEL, said that this strategic partnership is expected to create new opportunities for Telangana’s cooperative societies by connecting them to global markets and enhancing the competitiveness of their products. The MoU underscores the shared commitment of both organisations to empower farmers, cooperatives, and rural communities through sustainable export-driven growth.

Key Areas Of Collaboration

Under the MoU, HACA and NCEL will jointly identify and promote export-worthy agricultural and allied commodities from Telangana’s cooperative societies that have marketable surplus.

The two organisations will also facilitate market linkages by connecting cooperatives and associated entities with domestic and international buyers. NCEL may support procurement and marketing of export-ready commodities from cooperatives, as required.

Another focus area will be the development of a sustainable and profitable value chain for export-ready products. The initiative aims to ensure long-term benefits for farmers by creating resilient supply chains that can meet international standards and demand.

Focus On Inclusive Growth

Speaking on the occasion, K. Surendra Mohan emphasised the role of cooperatives in driving inclusive and equitable growth. He said the collaboration would improve the visibility of Telangana’s agricultural produce in international markets while strengthening the economic position of farmers and cooperative members.

Officials from HACA said the partnership with NCEL would address long-standing challenges related to market access and help ensure that surplus produce from cooperatives reaches buyers worldwide. They noted that access to structured export channels would enhance returns for farmers.

By combining HACA’s grassroots network with NCEL’s export capabilities, the collaboration aims to transform the cooperative export landscape in Telangana and position the state as a hub for high-quality agricultural and allied exports.