Production and Export Dynamics of Natural Resins and Gums in India: 24429
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https://doi.org/10.35716/IJED-24429
Author: Udaykumar, M. S., Arnab Roy, S. K. Pandey, Manojkumar Patil, Vaishnavi and Abhijit Kar
Author Address: Scientist, ICAR-National Institute of Secondary Agriculture, Namkum, Ranchi-834010 (Jharkhand),
Abstract
Natural
resins and gums (NRGs) represent one of the most labour-intensive sectors
within secondary agriculture in India. The study investigated the status and
export destinations of India's NRGs using the Revealed Comparative Advantage
(RCA) Index and Markov Chain Analysis based on data from the past decade
(2013-14 to 2023-24). The findings revealed an overall decline in most resin
and gum exports, with the exception of the "other resins and gums"
category. Nepal emerged as the most stable importer, retaining 73.1 per cent of
its imports, with some shifting to other countries (12.8 per cent) and Germany
(5.9 per cent). The export competitiveness analysis indicated a favourable
trade environment, while RCA indices showed only marginal changes during the
study period. The study suggested that India should develop policies aimed at
strengthening trade relations with key countries to boost foreign exchange
earnings.
Keywords: Export competitiveness, natural resins, non-timber forest products, revealed comparative advantage, transitional probability.
JEL Codes: F14, Q17, Q23, Q56.
Description
Indian Journal of Economics and Development
Volume 21 No. 1, March 2025, 000-000
https://doi.org/10.35716/IJED-24429
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NAAS Score: 6.30 (2025)
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