Guwahati: Assam has marked a milestone in its agro-forest economy with the first legally approved export of agarwood chips to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, opening a new chapter for an industry with high global demand and strong revenue potential.
The consignment, valued at ₹2.35 crore, comprised 100 kg of agarwood chips to Saudi Arabia and 12 kg to the UAE. It was dispatched from the cargo terminal of Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
The export is expected to boost livelihoods for local growers and strengthen Assam’s position in the global agarwood trade, known for its use in perfumes, incense and traditional medicine.
