Modernize the agriculture sector - Sanjeev Gupta, MD, Kanchan Metals

Our nation ranks second in food production and first, in milk and spice production globally. Consequently, there has always been an undeniable domestic demand in its supplies indicating great opportunities for the food processing industry. The food processing machinery sector has humongous potential too that must be recognized as a major part of the food processing industry. The food processing machinery industry refers to processing systems and machines extensively used for the commercial production of baked goods, meat, salty snacks, drinks, dairy products etc. This sector must receive equivalent status to the food processing industry and strong government policies should be even applied to it. Financing must be provided at a reduced cost and linked to equivalent terms applicable to the agricultural and farm sector. It will aid the food processing machinery sector directly by offering automation which increases efficiencies further reducing wastes. Every database of Indian manufacturers must be aggressively marketed in the global market by government agencies and foreign missions to invite collaborations with technology transfer. It can be a boon to reduce imports and offer world-class technology by manufacturing in India.-Read more at YourStory