India
U.S. Trade with India in 2024
Export Market Rank
#12 Among U.S. Agricultural Export Markets
Total Export Value
$2.25 Billion
3-Year Average
$2.14 Billion
Compound Average Growth
6% (2015-2024)
Total Export Value 2015 - 2024
Export Value by Commodity 2024
Top 10 Exports to India in 2024
| Commodity | Total Value (USD) | Total Volume (Metric Tons) | 10-Year Average Value (USD) | 10-Year Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tree Nuts | $1.12 Billion | 274,649 | $836.22 Million | 84% |
| Ethanol (non-bev.) | $420.89 Million | --- | $246.6 Million | 477% |
| Cotton | $209 Million | 76,439 | $300.08 Million | 82% |
| Pulses | $73.41 Million | 84,437 | $49.36 Million | -46% |
| Essential Oils | $67.19 Million | 2,085 | $36.56 Million | 230% |
| Dairy Products | $52.65 Million | 15,810 | $39.22 Million | 230% |
| Other Intermediate Products | $51.27 Million | 10,165 | $45.97 Million | 26% |
| Other Feeds, Meals & Fodders | $43.73 Million | 15,998 | $21.83 Million | 197% |
| Fresh Fruit | $40.07 Million | 40,255 | $63.61 Million | -64% |
| Soybean Oil | $37.53 Million | 34,069 | $36.36 Million | 47578% |
Data and Analysis
India fluid milk production forecast for calendar year (CY) 2026 is up two percent over 2025. Largely consumed domestically, consumption is forecasted at 221.37 MMT in 2026. For butter, both production and consumption in 2026 are anticipated to increase by three percent over 2025.
FAS New Delhi maintains India’s centrifugal sugar production for marketing year (MY) 2025/26 at 35 million metric tons (MMT) (raw value basis), equivalent to 33 MMT of crystal sugar. This is supported by favorable rainfall during the 2024 southwest monsoon, which facilitated planting, and the 2025 monsoon which facilitated enhanced yields.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of India's rapidly growing food retail industry.
News and Features
Private exporters reported sales of 23,000 MT of soybean oil for delivery to India during MY 2024/2025.
Private exporters reported the following sales activities for MY 2024/2025: 30,000 MT of soybean oil for delivery to India, 261,264 MT of soybeans for delivery to Mexico, 135,000 MT of soybean cake and meal for delivery to the Philippines.
Private exporters report sales to China, India, Mexico, and unknown destinations.