{"id":28330,"date":"2025-11-29T15:02:23","date_gmt":"2025-11-29T09:32:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/niir.org\/blog\/?p=28330"},"modified":"2026-06-03T15:06:50","modified_gmt":"2026-06-03T09:36:50","slug":"india-agri-food-export-opportunities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Start Food Export Business in India \u2013 PMKSY, PMFME, PLISFPI Complete Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India Agri-Food Export Opportunities: India is on the way to becoming one of the leading food exporters in the world. According to MoFPI&#8217;s Annual Report 2024-2025, India exported $46.43 billion in agri-food products in the 2023-2024 FY, which is approximately 11.7 percent of the overall exports. The data reflects the increasing global appetite for food products from India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a great opportunity for new businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs. There is a big market for processed food, cereals, spices, dairy, seafood, meat, and other plant-based products. Many nations need affordable, effective, and healthy food and India is well positioned to offer those solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, to seize this opportunity fully, the most important aspect for the StartUps is working smart. Predicting global market demands, working on high value products, and utilizing government schemes like PMKSY, PMFME, PLISFPI to develop sound export-ready businesses is essential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The focus of this article is to highlight the export market potential and to identify new opportunities for entrepreneurs in the sector. Further, the article aims to provide a basic framework for the utilization of Schemes of MoFPI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_87_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#1_Overview_of_Agri-Food_Exports\" >1. Overview of Agri-Food Exports<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#11_Export_Record\" >1.1 Export Record<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#12_Leading_Export_Classes\" >1.2 Leading Export Classes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#13_Indias_Global_Standing\" >1.3 India&#8217;s Global Standing<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#2_Why_Startups_Should_Start_in_the_Agri-Food_Sector\" >2. Why Startups Should Start in the Agri-Food Sector<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#Growing_Global_Demand\" >Growing Global Demand<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#Government_Policies\" >Government Policies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#High_Profitability_from_Value_Addition\" >High Profitability from Value Addition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#Presence_of_Undersupply_in_Specific_Niche_Segments\" >Presence of Undersupply in Specific Niche Segments<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#3_Government_Initiatives_Aiding_Startups\" >3. Government Initiatives Aiding Startups<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#31_Pradhan_Mantri_Kisan_Sampada_Yojana_PMKSY\" >3.1 Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#32_PM_FME_Micro_Food_Processing_Enterprises\" >3.2 PM FME (Micro Food Processing Enterprises)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#33_Production_Linked_Incentive_Scheme_for_Food_Processing_Industries_PLISFPI\" >3.3 Production Linked Incentive Scheme for Food Processing Industries (PLISFPI)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#34_Nivesh_Bandhu_Portal\" >3.4 Nivesh Bandhu Portal<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#4_What_Opportunities_are_Available_for_Start_Up_Ventures\" >4. What Opportunities are Available for Start Up Ventures<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#Opportunity_1_Cereal_and_Grain_Processing\" >Opportunity 1: Cereal and Grain Processing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#Opportunity_2_Spices_Tea_and_Oleoresins\" >Opportunity 2: Spices, Tea and Oleoresins<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#Opportunity_3_Processing_of_Meat_Fish_and_Seafood\" >Opportunity 3: Processing of Meat, Fish and Seafood<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#Opportunity_4_Processed_fruits_and_Vegetables\" >Opportunity 4: Processed fruits and Vegetables<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#Opportunity_5_Sugar_confectionery_and_cocoa_products\" >Opportunity 5: Sugar, confectionery and cocoa products<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#Opportunity_6_Dairy_Honey_and_Egg_Products\" >Opportunity 6: Dairy, Honey and Egg Products<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#5_Gaps_in_Import-Export_That_Show_Potential\" >5. Gaps in Import-Export That Show Potential<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#7_Success_Stories_of_Startups\" >7. Success Stories of Startups<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#LT_Foods_Daawat\" >LT Foods (Daawat):<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#Paper_Boat\" >Paper Boat:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#MDH_and_Everest\" >MDH and Everest:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#Takeaway_for_other_startups\" >Takeaway for other startups:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#8_How_NPCS_Assists_Startups_to_Achieve_Success\" >8. How NPCS Assists Startups to Achieve Success<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#9_The_Roadmap_for_Startups_Starting_Point-India_Agri-Food_Export_Opportunities\" >9. The Roadmap for Startups: Starting Point-India Agri-Food Export Opportunities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#Conclusion_Indias_Journey_to_Global_Food_Dominance\" >Conclusion: India\u2019s Journey to Global Food Dominance.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/india-agri-food-export-opportunities\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs-India_Agri-Food_Export_Opportunities\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)-India Agri-Food Export Opportunities<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"1-overview-of-agrifood-exports\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Overview_of_Agri-Food_Exports\"><\/span>1. Overview of Agri-Food Exports<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"11-export-record\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Export_Record\"><\/span>1.1 Export Record<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India&#8217;s shipment of agri-food commodities in 2023-24 amounted to 46.43 billion US dollars. Exports of agri-food stuff accounted for 11.7 percent of all India&#8217;s exports. Export of processed food accounted for 23.4 percent of agri-food exports, revealing great significance of value-added products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"12-leading-export-classes\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Leading_Export_Classes\"><\/span>1.2 Leading Export Classes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India sells different food products in different classes and segments. Leading exports in segments of food products includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cereals &#8211; wheat, rice and maize &#8211; 10.9 billion US dollars<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spices, coffee and tea &#8211; 4.7 billion US dollars<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Meat and seafood &#8211; 10 billion US dollars<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Processed fruits and vegetables &#8211; 1.15 billion US dollars<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sugar and confectionery &#8211; 3.29 billion US dollars<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dairy, honey and eggs &#8211; 625 million US dollars<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"13-indias-global-standing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Indias_Global_Standing\"><\/span>1.3 India&#8217;s Global Standing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India is ranked as one of the largest food producers in the world. It is ranked first in the production of milk, pulses and onion. It is also ranked second in the production of rice, wheat, fruits and vegetables. The country is gaining presence as a Plant Protein source in Europe, US and countries in the Middle East.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For Startups:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scenario is very promising for value addition, dehydration, extraction, ready-to-eat foods, organic foods, oleoresins, and nutraceuticals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read Our Project Report: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/project-reports\/projects\/food-processing-agriculture-based-projects-snack-food-frozen-food-agro-processing-technology-processed-food-instant-food-food-industry-food-preservation-canned-food-packed-food-ready-eat-food-cereal-food-pickle-grain-milling-projects\/z,,29,0,a\/index.html\">Click Here<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"2-why-startups-should-start-in-the-agrifood-sector\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Why_Startups_Should_Start_in_the_Agri-Food_Sector\"><\/span>2. Why Startups Should Start in the Agri-Food Sector<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"growing-global-demand\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Growing_Global_Demand\"><\/span>Growing Global Demand<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The countries in Asia and Africa have Food shortages. On the other hand, Western countries prefer organic, plant-based and other healthy foods. Products from India suits these needs perfectly .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"government-policies\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Government_Policies\"><\/span>Government Policies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the food processing sector, India permits 100 percent FDI. Furthermore, several food products sold in India are categorised under a lower GST. NABARD and SIDBI have tailor-made special credit schemes for food-related businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"high-profitability-from-value-addition\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"High_Profitability_from_Value_Addition\"><\/span>High Profitability from Value Addition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">More income is earned from value-added products. Eg, Selling dehydrated onion powder gives 2 to 3 times more income than selling raw onion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"presence-of-undersupply-in-specific-niche-segments\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Presence_of_Undersupply_in_Specific_Niche_Segments\"><\/span>Presence of Undersupply in Specific Niche Segments<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">More category segments are available for the startups. Underserved growing category segments include millet foods, Organic snacks, Herbal teas, and Ready to Cook Indian Meals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Get Detailed Insights from This Book: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/books\/book\/just-for-starters-how-start-your-own-export-business\/isbn-9788195075546\/zb,,2c,a,0,0,a\/index.html\">Just For Starters: How To Start Your Own Export Business<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ac0154a4-74ea-45ee-af0c-d0e8cca70668_11zon-2-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28402\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ac0154a4-74ea-45ee-af0c-d0e8cca70668_11zon-2-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ac0154a4-74ea-45ee-af0c-d0e8cca70668_11zon-2-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ac0154a4-74ea-45ee-af0c-d0e8cca70668_11zon-2-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ac0154a4-74ea-45ee-af0c-d0e8cca70668_11zon-2-512x341.webp 512w, https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ac0154a4-74ea-45ee-af0c-d0e8cca70668_11zon-2-920x613.webp 920w, https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ac0154a4-74ea-45ee-af0c-d0e8cca70668_11zon-2.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"3-government-initiatives-aiding-startups\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Government_Initiatives_Aiding_Startups\"><\/span>3. Government Initiatives Aiding Startups<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"31-pradhan-mantri-kisan-sampada-yojana-pmksy\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"31_Pradhan_Mantri_Kisan_Sampada_Yojana_PMKSY\"><\/span>3.1 Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scheme assists Mega Food Parks, Cold Chains, Processing Clusters, and Backward-Forward Linkages. Startups can get join a cluster to set up a cost-efficient food processing unit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"32-pm-fme-micro-food-processing-enterprises\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"32_PM_FME_Micro_Food_Processing_Enterprises\"><\/span>3.2 PM FME (Micro Food Processing Enterprises)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With a subsidy of 35 percent, the scheme assists 2 lakh micro food processing units. It also supports \u201cOne District One Product (ODOP)\u201d schemes which the startups can leverage if they wish to promote a product with a strong regional identity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"33-production-linked-incentive-scheme-for-food-processing-industries-plisfpi\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"33_Production_Linked_Incentive_Scheme_for_Food_Processing_Industries_PLISFPI\"><\/span>3.3 Production Linked Incentive Scheme for Food Processing Industries (PLISFPI)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The program encourages the sale of value-added goods such as ready-to-eat meals, fruit, dairy, seafood, and other ethnic foods. Incentives are tied to sales and exports of these goods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read Our Book: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/books\/book\/isbn-ProfitableAgroBasedProjectswithProjectProfiles(CerealFoodTechnology)(2ndRevisedEdition)\/zb,,f,a,0,0,a\/index.html\">Click Here<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"34-nivesh-bandhu-portal\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"34_Nivesh_Bandhu_Portal\"><\/span>3.4 Nivesh Bandhu Portal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The digital Nivesh Bandhu portal provides information on investment opportunities, raw material clusters, cold chain facilities, and exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"4-what-opportunities-are-available-for-start-up-ventures\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_Opportunities_are_Available_for_Start_Up_Ventures\"><\/span>4. What Opportunities are Available for Start Up Ventures<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"opportunity-1-cereal-and-grain-processing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Opportunity_1_Cereal_and_Grain_Processing\"><\/span>Opportunity 1: Cereal and Grain Processing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The size of the cereal and grain export market is $10.9 billion. Start ups can introduce ready-to-prepare rice, millet foods, and gluten-free flour products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"opportunity-2-spices-tea-and-oleoresins\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Opportunity_2_Spices_Tea_and_Oleoresins\"><\/span>Opportunity 2: Spices, Tea and Oleoresins<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this segment, India exports $4.7 billion worth of products. New start ups can introduce organic spices, herbal infusion teas, and oils.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"opportunity-3-processing-of-meat-fish-and-seafood\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Opportunity_3_Processing_of_Meat_Fish_and_Seafood\"><\/span>Opportunity 3: Processing of Meat, Fish and Seafood<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The value of exports in this category is 10 billion USD. New start ups can introduce frozen seafood, and prepare meat for cooking. and include halal certifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"opportunity-4-processed-fruits-and-vegetables\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Opportunity_4_Processed_fruits_and_Vegetables\"><\/span>Opportunity 4: Processed fruits and Vegetables<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The import export value is 1.15 billion dollars and start ups can prepare dehydrated powders, and can products such as juices as well as freeze powdered vegetables.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"opportunity-5-sugar-confectionery-and-cocoa-products\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Opportunity_5_Sugar_confectionery_and_cocoa_products\"><\/span>Opportunity 5: Sugar, confectionery and cocoa products<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The export value of this category is 3.29 billion USD. New start ups can introduce organic jaggery, confectionery without sugar, and other snacks based on cocoa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"opportunity-6-dairy-honey-and-egg-products\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Opportunity_6_Dairy_Honey_and_Egg_Products\"><\/span>Opportunity 6: Dairy, Honey and Egg Products<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The current export volume is $625 million and potential is in lactose-free dairy powders, organic honey, and egg powders that are high in protein.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/niir.org\/blog\/startup-guide-to-building-global-food-processing-business\">Startup Guide to Building Global Food Processing Business<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"5-gaps-in-importexport-that-show-potential\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Gaps_in_Import-Export_That_Show_Potential\"><\/span>5. Gaps in Import-Export That Show Potential<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India imports agri-food products worth $31.7 billion, indicating potential for production within the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Imports of edible oils: $15 billion, Imports of cocoa: $512 million, Imports of alcoholic beverages: $1.5 billion<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Startups may look into the processing of oilseeds, cocoa products, and craft beverages made from fruits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"7-success-stories-of-startups\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Success_Stories_of_Startups\"><\/span>7. Success Stories of Startups<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"lt-foods-daawat\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"LT_Foods_Daawat\"><\/span>LT Foods (Daawat):<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Started as a small business and went on to become a prominent global brand in the rice sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"paper-boat\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Paper_Boat\"><\/span>Paper Boat:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Introduced traditionally Indian beverages in global-ready packaging and received international admiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"mdh-and-everest\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MDH_and_Everest\"><\/span>MDH and Everest:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Established strong brands in the spice industry and went on to dominate the market on a global scale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"takeaway-for-other-startups\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Takeaway_for_other_startups\"><\/span>Takeaway for other startups:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Focus on a niche product, collaborate with government initiatives, and prioritize exportation from the onset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/npcsblog.com\/food-processing-sector-growth-opportunities-for-the-food-processing-industry-in-india\">Food Processing Sector: Growth Opportunities<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"8-how-npcs-assists-startups-to-achieve-success\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_How_NPCS_Assists_Startups_to_Achieve_Success\"><\/span>8. How NPCS Assists Startups to Achieve Success<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NPCS Niir Project Consultancy Services) offers end-to-end solutions on setting up a business in food processing and agri-exports. NPCS also does market surveys and technology-based detailed project reports (DPR) for techno-economic feasibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>These Reports Consist of:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Manufacturing Process<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Market Research and Demand Analysis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Process Flow Diagrams<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Machinery and Raw Material<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Financial Projections and Profitability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compliance and Approvals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NPCS aims to help reduce the risks for entrepreneurs and build viable export business for potential startups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"9-the-roadmap-for-startups-starting-pointindia-agrifood-export-opportunities\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_The_Roadmap_for_Startups_Starting_Point-India_Agri-Food_Export_Opportunities\"><\/span>9. The Roadmap for Startups: Starting Point-India Agri-Food Export Opportunities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For market information, the MoFPI platforms like Nivesh Bandhu can be helpful.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select a product category that is in such demand, such as spice, cereal, dairy, or ready meals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply for assistance under PMFME, PMKSY, and PLISFPI.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allocate resources to primary automation, packaging, and the cold chain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pursue FSSAI and HACCP and other relevant certification for exports.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Target the Middle East, Africa, the United States, and the European Union for exports.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seek guidance from NPCS for scaling and DPRs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Find the Best Idea for Yourself With our<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/startup-selector\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;Startup Selector Tool<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"conclusion-indias-journey-to-global-food-dominance\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_Indias_Journey_to_Global_Food_Dominance\"><\/span>Conclusion: India\u2019s Journey to Global Food Dominance.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India\u2019s agri-food industry is heavily underutilized in terms of exports. Given the rising demand from worldwide markets, strong government support, and the value of the food products globally, Startups can generate pre-packaged food products for export.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Incorporating avenues such as PMKSY, PMFME, and PLISFPI, entrepreneurs can create highly efficient and profitable export enterprises. One can professionally rely on NPCS to get the most streamlined version of that journey. Indian agriculture is ready to nourish the globe. Startups must move swiftly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe  id=\"_ytid_54723\"  width=\"750\" height=\"421\"  data-origwidth=\"750\" data-origheight=\"421\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_Ojb64-SfK0?enablejsapi=1&#038;autoplay=0&#038;cc_load_policy=0&#038;cc_lang_pref=&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;loop=0&#038;rel=1&#038;fs=1&#038;playsinline=0&#038;autohide=2&#038;theme=dark&#038;color=red&#038;controls=1&#038;disablekb=0&#038;\" class=\"__youtube_prefs__  epyt-is-override  no-lazyload\" title=\"YouTube player\"  allow=\"fullscreen; accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen data-no-lazy=\"1\" data-skipgform_ajax_framebjll=\"\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"frequently-asked-questions-faqsindia-agrifood-export-opportunities\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs-India_Agri-Food_Export_Opportunities\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)-India Agri-Food Export Opportunities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. Why is India\u2019s agri-food industry a major export opportunity?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A. Due to the growing global demand and the fact that, in FY 2023\u201324, India\u2019s export was 46.43 billion dollars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. Which government schemes are available for food processing startups?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A. PMKSY, FMFME, PLISFPI, and Nivesh Bandhu provide financial assistance, infrastructure as well as market guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. What food and related products show higher chances for export?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A. There is every indication to believe that cereals, spices, and fish, in addition to processed fruits and dairy products and even plant-based foods, are prime candidates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. Are food products exportable by micro units?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A. Definitely. New and relatively undeveloped niche areas including organic snacks, foods made from millet, and herbal teas are opening for easy entry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>5. Indicate how NPCS assists first-time entrepreneurs?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A. 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