印度食品加工行业下一代技术应用研究报告

Foreword byASSOCHAMManish SinghalSecretary GeneralASSOCHAMIndia’s journey towards becoming abeing transformed into smarter, moredeveloped and self-reliant economy –efficient and sustainable models that areViksit Bharat – is being closely shaped bythe transformation of its food processingecosystem. The vision of proactive andsustained effort is regarded to be highlyrelevant to the evolving landscapeof India’s food processing sector – anindustry recognised both as a keyeconomic driver and a vital link betweenagriculture and the nation’s nutritionalneeds.Functioning as a crucial conduit betweenthe farm and the consumer, the sectoris recognised for its significant potentialin minimising post-harvest losses andstrengthening food security, and also indriving value addition and enhancingexport capabilities. Realising thispotential, however, necessitates furtherinnovation.The era of Industry 4.0 is beingrecognised as a pivotal moment toreimagine food processing through theintegration of advanced technologies.Technologies such as AI, blockchain,IoT and data analytics are no longerfuturistic – they are increasingly beingadopted as a standard practice. Throughtheir implementation, food systems arebetter aligned with market demands,and enhance traceability, uphold safetystandards and reduce environmentalimpact.The opportunities and barriersassociated with the adoption ofnextgen technologies across India’sfood processing value chain arehighlighted in this knowledge paper.We’ve presented insights that are bothpractical and forward-looking, andbased on a comprehensive review ofpolicy frameworks and implementationmodels.The urgency of enabling technologyadoption is underscored in this paper,with emphasis placed on the need fora coordinated effort involving R&Dinstitutions, industry leaders, startupsand policymakers. The significanceof digital infrastructure, streamlinedregulations, capacity enhancement andincentive mechanisms is highlighted asessential for making innovation bothaccessible and scalable – particularly forMSMEs and rural enterprises. We’re glad to have partnered withPwC, with their technical expertise andanalytical contributions having playeda significant role in the identificationof scalable solutions for a technology-driven transformation of the sector. Aroadmap to guide future policy actionand industry collaboration has beendeveloped through their involvement.As we consider the way forward,the need to adopt an inclusive andcollaborative approach is increasinglyemphasised. A global competitive foodprocessing industry, capable of fulfillingdomestic needs while positioning Indiaas global leader in food innovation andsustainability, can be built throughcross-sectoral and interdisciplinarycooperation.Let us embrace this moment to turnchallenges into opportunities for growthand ensure that the future of India’sfood processing sector is shaped byintelligence, innovation and meaningfulimpact. Foreword byASSOCHAMVivek ChandraChairman – Food Processing and Value Addition CouncilASSOCHAMand CEO – Global Branded BusinessLT FoodsWith India on the verge of becomingthrough the inclusion of nextgena global economic force, the foodprocessing sector is emerging as astrategic enabler of its growth agenda.This sector is instrumental in addressingfood security challenges as well asdriving the sustainable economicprogress across regions.India’s food processing sector isundergoing a transformation, withtechnology as a catalyst for the change.In an era where innovation has becomea mandate, the sector is leveragingcutting-edge tools like automation,digital solutions and data analytics.Doing so enhances the efficiency of foodproduction processes while improvingthe quality of the product, reducingwastage and ensuring the sustainabilityof the entire value chain.Being a leader in the global foodprocessing landscape, it becomes vitalto identify the interdependence ofour agricultural systems, productionpractices and technological evolution.Opportunities are being unlockedtechnologies like AI, IoT and blockchaininto food processing operations,enabling enhanced traceability,improved food safety standards andempowerment of businesses in order tomeet the growing demand for high-quality, nutritious and sustainable foodproducts.However, the growth of this sector isnot without its challenges. To ensureoperations can be scaled effectively, asupportive policy framework, access tomodern infrastructure and a focus oncapacity building are essential. Inclusivegrowth can be fostered by empoweringsmall-scale producers and ruralenterprises through digital tools andtechnology, thereby benefiting the entiresupply chain.In this context, the invaluablecollaboration with PwC is gratefullyacknowledged, with their expertise inmarket analysis and strategic insighthaving been instrumental in shapinga practical roadmap for a future-ready food processing sector. Actionablesolutions and frameworks that can driveindustry-wide transformation have alsobeen identif