Dr. Ankush Saha
Agri-Export Leader | International Trade Professional | Agricultural Marketing Expert | Industry Representative | Entrepreneur | Guest Faculty
Advancing Indian Agriculture From Farms To Global Markets Through Trade, Knowledge, Policy Engagement And Institutional Leadership.
Introduction
Dr. Ankush Saha is an Indian agri-export professional, entrepreneur, agricultural marketing specialist and industry representative whose professional journey is closely associated with the development of agricultural exports, horticulture, food processing, international trade, export facilitation and rural enterprise development in India.
Based in Kolkata, West Bengal, he has built a multidimensional professional profile encompassing international agricultural trade, export market development, institutional representation, policy engagement, farmer and exporter capacity building, logistics, food processing and agricultural marketing.
He serves as Secretary of the Agricultural Product Export Promotion Council & Research Institute, an organisation focused on agricultural export promotion, market research, farmer empowerment, international market access and strengthening linkages among farmers, exporters, researchers and policymakers.
Alongside his institutional responsibilities, Dr. Saha is associated with JGB Agrofresh Pvt. Ltd., where his work in the agricultural and export sector has placed him within India's broader agri-trade ecosystem.
Professional Leadership In Agricultural Exports
Dr. Ankush Saha's career reflects extensive engagement with the ecosystem that connects Indian farmers and agricultural producers with domestic and international markets.
His areas of professional involvement include:
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Agricultural and horticultural exports
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International agricultural marketing
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Fresh fruits and vegetable trade
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Food processing
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Export documentation and compliance
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Foreign trade policy
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Trade facilitation
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Agricultural supply chains
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Export logistics
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Banking and export finance
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Farmer Producer Organisations
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Market linkages
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Rural entrepreneurship
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Export-oriented capacity building
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International quality and market requirements
Through these areas, he has contributed to discussions concerning how Indian agricultural producers and exporters can improve competitiveness, quality compliance, traceability, market connectivity and access to global markets.
Secretary – Agricultural Product Export Promotion Council & Research Institute
Dr. Ankush Saha serves as Secretary of the Agricultural Product Export Promotion Council & Research Institute.
In this capacity, his broader professional engagement is aligned with initiatives aimed at strengthening India's agricultural export ecosystem through:
Export Promotion • Market Research • Farmer Training • International Market Access • Agricultural Innovation • Export Readiness • Sustainable Agriculture • Market Linkages • Agri-Entrepreneurship
His institutional role places particular emphasis on building stronger connections among farmers, Farmer Producer Organisations, exporters, agricultural entrepreneurs, research institutions and international markets.
Industry & Policy Committee Memberships
Dr. Ankush Saha has been associated with several important trade, commerce, agriculture and export-oriented committees.
He has served as a Member of the following committees:
Federation of Indian Export Organisations – FIEO
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Country/Region Specific Advisory Committee
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Committee on Policy, Banking & Logistics
His involvement with FIEO provides a platform for engagement with matters concerning exporters, international markets, banking, logistics, trade policy and export facilitation.
Merchants' Chamber of Commerce & Industry – MCCI
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Council on Agri & Horticulture & Food Processing
Through this platform, he has been associated with discussions around agriculture, horticulture, food processing, market development and export opportunities.
The Bengal Chamber of Commerce & Industry – BCC&I
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National Committee of Agri-Horti-Food Processing-Rural Development
His participation reflects a broader interest in connecting agriculture and food processing with rural development, entrepreneurship and sustainable market growth.
Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry – FICCI
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Foreign Trade & Trade Facilitation Sectoral Committee
This association extends his professional engagement into the wider areas of international commerce, trade facilitation and India's export environment.
Membership Of Export & Commodity Institutions
Dr. Ankush Saha is also a registered member of important organisations operating within India's agricultural and export ecosystem, including:
Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority – APEDA
Under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India
Federation of Indian Export Organisations – FIEO
An apex export promotion organisation established with the support of the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India
Shellac & Forest Products Export Promotion Council
An export promotion organisation associated with the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India
Tobacco Board
Government of India
These registrations and professional associations reflect his involvement across different segments of India's institutional export framework.
Leadership In Export Promotion Organisations
Secretary
Agricultural Product Export Promotion Council & Research Institute
As Secretary, Dr. Saha contributes to an institutional framework focused on strengthening agricultural export capabilities, market research, farmer-exporter connectivity and international trade awareness.
General Secretary
West Bengal Fruits & Veg Exporters Welfare Association
Dr. Ankush Saha has been closely associated with the representation of fresh fruit and vegetable exporters in West Bengal.
His work through the association involves engagement with issues relating to:
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Fresh agricultural produce exports
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Export infrastructure
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Logistics
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Cold-chain requirements
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Market access
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Export quality standards
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Government policies
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Exporter welfare
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Supply-chain challenges
His experience has also contributed to institutional discussions concerning the movement and export of agricultural produce from eastern India.
Government & Industry Advisory Experience
Dr. Saha has previously served as a member of the:
Core Group On Horticulture Fruits / Marketing
Constituted under the chairmanship of the Additional Chief Secretary, Food Processing Industries & Horticulture Department, Government of West Bengal.
The platform brought together stakeholders concerned with horticultural development, agricultural marketing, food processing and market connectivity.
He has also previously been associated with the:
Agriculture & Food Processing Subcommittee
Confederation of Indian Industry – CII
Such engagements have enabled him to contribute industry perspectives to discussions involving agriculture, processing, commerce and market development.
Guest Faculty & Knowledge Leadership
Beyond entrepreneurship and trade representation, Dr. Ankush Saha has contributed to professional education as a Guest Faculty on Agri-Export.
He has been associated with training and knowledge-sharing initiatives involving institutions such as:
State Agricultural Management and Extension Training Institute – West Bengal
Providing exposure to agricultural professionals and stakeholders on areas connected with international agricultural trade and exports.
Netaji Subhas Training Institute of Agricultural Marketing
Government of West Bengal
Contributing practical understanding of agricultural marketing and export-oriented market development.
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade – Kolkata
Government of India
Associated with knowledge sharing concerning agricultural exports and foreign trade.
Extension Education Institute – North Eastern Region
Government of India
Contributing to capacity building and awareness relating to agriculture, markets and exports.
Birsa Agricultural University
Government of Jharkhand
Sharing industry-oriented perspectives concerning agricultural exports and international market opportunities.
Connecting Knowledge With Ground-Level Trade
One of the defining elements of Dr. Saha's professional profile is the combination of practical export experience and institutional knowledge.
Rather than approaching agricultural exports only from a theoretical perspective, his experience connects multiple stages of the value chain:
Farmer → FPO → Aggregation → Quality Control → Packaging → Documentation → Logistics → Market Access → Exporter → International Buyer
This ability to understand the complete export chain enables him to communicate effectively with farmers, entrepreneurs, exporters, policymakers and institutional stakeholders.
Representation Of Agricultural Exporters
Dr. Saha has participated in industry interactions concerning agricultural export challenges and opportunities.
His work has involved areas such as:
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International standards for agricultural products
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Export-quality produce
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Farm registration and traceability
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Fresh produce supply chains
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Cold-chain infrastructure
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Transportation
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International buyer requirements
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Compliance procedures
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Export finance
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Trade logistics
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Government support systems
His participation in these areas has contributed to dialogue aimed at strengthening India's competitiveness in international agricultural markets.
Entrepreneurial Journey – JGB Agrofresh
Dr. Ankush Saha is associated with JGB Agrofresh Pvt. Ltd., a Kolkata-based enterprise operating within the agricultural and allied products ecosystem.
His entrepreneurial experience provides him with first-hand exposure to the operational realities faced by exporters—including sourcing, quality management, documentation, logistics, international standards and market development.
This commercial experience complements his institutional roles and enables him to bring a practical industry perspective to policy and training platforms.
Farmer & FPO Empowerment
A significant element of Dr. Saha's professional vision is the integration of farmers and Farmer Producer Organisations into structured and sustainable markets.
His approach emphasises that successful agricultural exports require more than simply identifying overseas buyers.
Farmers and agricultural enterprises must also understand:
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Product quality
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International specifications
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Packaging
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Traceability
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Certification
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Pest and residue standards
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Documentation
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Logistics
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Market intelligence
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Buyer expectations
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Price competitiveness
Strengthening these capabilities can help transform agricultural producers from participants in local commodity markets into suppliers capable of serving national and international value chains.
Agriculture, Trade & Rural Development
Dr. Ankush Saha's professional activities lie at the intersection of:
Agriculture
Improving the market orientation of agricultural production.
International Trade
Connecting Indian agricultural products with global markets.
Food Processing
Encouraging value addition and improved marketability.
Rural Development
Supporting stronger commercial opportunities for farmers and rural enterprises.
Policy Engagement
Representing practical concerns faced by exporters and agricultural stakeholders.
Education & Training
Sharing export knowledge with farmers, students, officers, entrepreneurs and agricultural professionals.
This multidimensional involvement has enabled him to work across both the commercial and institutional sides of Indian agriculture.
Professional Vision
Dr. Ankush Saha's professional vision centres on creating an agricultural ecosystem in which Indian farmers and agri-entrepreneurs can become increasingly capable of participating in international markets.
His areas of focus include:
Global Market Access
Expanding opportunities for Indian agricultural and processed food products in overseas markets.
Farmer Export Readiness
Preparing producers and FPOs to understand international quality, documentation and compliance requirements.
Value Addition
Encouraging food processing, improved packaging and better post-harvest practices.
Efficient Supply Chains
Strengthening logistics and cold-chain systems necessary for perishable agricultural products.
Institutional Collaboration
Building cooperation between government agencies, trade bodies, exporters, farmers, research organisations and educational institutions.
Knowledge Development
Making practical export knowledge accessible to the next generation of agri-entrepreneurs.
Professional Identity
Dr. Ankush Saha represents a professional profile that combines the roles of an:
Agri-Exporter
Entrepreneur
Agricultural Marketing Professional
International Trade Specialist
Industry Representative
Institutional Leader
Policy Contributor
Guest Faculty
Farmer & FPO Capacity-Building Advocate
His professional journey reflects the increasing importance of connecting Indian agriculture with organised markets, modern supply chains and international trade opportunities.
Legacy & Continuing Mission
For Dr. Ankush Saha, agricultural exports represent more than international commerce. They represent an opportunity to improve the commercial strength of Indian agriculture by connecting production at the farm level with demand in the global marketplace.
Through entrepreneurship, industry representation, institutional leadership, policy engagement and professional education, his continuing mission is centred on building a stronger bridge between:
Indian Farms And Global Markets
His work reflects a long-term commitment to an agricultural ecosystem where knowledge, quality, technology, market access and institutional cooperation come together to create sustainable opportunities for farmers, exporters and rural enterprises.
Dr. Ankush Saha
Agri-Export Leader | International Trade Professional | Agricultural Marketing Expert | Entrepreneur | Industry Representative | Guest Faculty
Secretary
Agricultural Product Export Promotion Council & Research Institute
General Secretary
West Bengal Fruits & Veg Exporters Welfare Association
Associated With
JGB Agrofresh Pvt. Ltd.
