Constraints in marketing and export of grapes in Nashik district, Maharashtra: A comprehensive analysis

In India, agriculture is the most important economic sector (Sucheta, 2019). Different types of soil and climate in India, which spans numerous agroecological areas, allow for the cultivation of a wide range of horticultural crops. Maharashtra is the country's largest grape-producing state. The Maharashtra government has proposed establishing an agriculture export zone that would include Nashik, Sangli, Pune, Solapur, Satara, and Ahmednagar districts for exporting table grapes and value-added products like wine in a coordinated manner. The research was carried out in the Nashik District, a total of 200 grapes grower. Farmers face the highest constraint due to limited exposure to export markets. This constraint may hinder their understanding of international market dynamics and regulations. Inadequate storage facilities rank second, which is crucial for maintaining grape quality and extending shelf life.