Boost to Agriculture and Food Processing Investment in Madhya Pradesh: Union Agriculture Minister Mr. Chouhan

The Invest Madhya Pradesh Global Investors Summit-2025 featured a special session titled "Seed to Self: Investment Opportunities in MP Agri-Food and Dairy Sector," where Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan highlighted the state's immense investment potential. He stated that Madhya Pradesh is the first state in the country to have a one lakh-hectare land bank, making it an attractive destination for agriculture and food processing investments.

Food Processing to Strengthen the Agricultural Sector:

The minister emphasized that while Madhya Pradesh is a leading producer of tomatoes, onions, garlic, wheat, rice, and chilies, farmers often do not receive fair prices for their produce. Encouraging food processing is essential to ensure value addition and boost farmers' income.

Key Initiatives by the State Government:

1. "One District-One Product" scheme identifying unique crops in 52 districts.
2. Simplified land allotment and approvals through a single-window system.
3. Development of food parks, agri-processing clusters, and logistics parks to support the industry.
4. Special focus on spices, fruits, dairy, and medicinal crops.

Technological Innovations and New Investment Opportunities:

Experts discussed farm-to-market strategies, post-harvest management, consumer trends, and technological advancements in the sector. Major companies such as Dabur, ITC, PepsiCo, and NDDB stressed the importance of increasing investments and financial support for farmers.

Driving Economic Growth in the State: This summit has paved the way for new investment opportunities in agriculture, dairy, and food processing industries, contributing significantly to the economic growth of Madhya Pradesh.