Discuss the components of food processing schemes introduced by the Government of India.
The Government of India has introduced several schemes to boost the food processing sector, aiming to reduce post-harvest losses, enhance farmers’ income, and generate employment. The flagship scheme, Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY), integrates multiple initiatives. Key components include:
- Mega Food Parks: Cluster-based infrastructure providing collection centres, primary processing units, and storage facilities to foster agri-processing clusters.
- Integrated Cold Chain & Value Addition: Establishes a seamless cold chain network, including pre-cooling units, reefer vans, and cold storage to prevent spoilage of perishable goods.
- Creation/Expansion of Processing Capacities: Supports setting up new units or modernizing existing ones.
- Agro-Processing Clusters: Develops basic infrastructure in identified clusters, connecting farmers with processors.
- Backward & Forward Linkages: Strengthens connections between producers and markets.
- Food Safety & Quality Assurance: Enhances testing labs and certification facilities.
These measures collectively strengthen the food processing ecosystem, promote value addition, and reduce wastage.
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