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State maps 10 agro-processing clusters to boost exports and investment
A regional administration is developing specialized agro-processing clusters focused on high-value crops including pulses, oilseeds, and spices. The initiative aims to strengthen the state's position in agricultural exports and attract domestic and foreign investment.
LSN India ·
Work is progressing on the establishment of ten agro-processing clusters across the state, each centered on strategically important agricultural commodities. The clusters will focus on moong, mustard, soybean, kinnow, pomegranate, guava, orange, isabgol, cumin and garlic—products with significant export demand and value-addition potential.
The detailed mapping of these clusters represents a coordinated effort to develop integrated ecosystems for agricultural processing, from farm to finished product. By concentrating processing infrastructure and expertise around specific crops, the initiative seeks to improve efficiency, reduce logistics costs, and enhance product quality.
Official sources indicate the clusters are designed to position the state as a competitive player in domestic and international agricultural markets. The strategy aligns with national priorities to increase agricultural exports and create employment opportunities in rural areas through value-added production.
The clusters will encompass various stages of the supply chain, including collection centers, processing facilities, and distribution networks. By bringing together producers, processors, and exporters in organized clusters, the state aims to unlock greater investment potential and strengthen market linkages for regional farmers and entrepreneurs.