date:Jan 06, 2016
In September the Indian government took the decision to close all but one of the country's ports to apple exports. This decision could have a huge effect on Washington which has been India's third-largest apple exporter in recent years.
The Indian governments decision was a surprise, and despite diplomatic efforts, its still not clear if the order will remain in place, said Mark Powers, vice president of the Yakima-based Northwest Horticultural Association.
Last year, Washington exported ?5.6