India well-positioned to see significant growth in agricultural export in 2025: Report [Video]

With the government’s focus on infrastructure development, technological advancements and initiatives to promote exports, India is well-positioned to see significant growth in its agricultural export sector in 2025, according to a report on Friday.

Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) have emerged as a powerful tool for improving the economic well-being of Indian farmers, especially smallholders, according to the report by Praxis Global Alliance.

By pooling resources, FPOs help farmers achieve collective bargaining power, providing access to quality inputs at lower costs and facilitating market access.

“One of the most successful examples of an FPO model is Amul, the dairy cooperative, which has empowered millions of small farmers by providing them with fair prices and access to a vast market network,” said Akshat Gupta, Practice Leader, Food and Agriculture at Praxis Global Alliance.

India’s agriculture sector remains a cornerstone of its economy, employing approximately 42 per cent of the population. Its contribution to GDP stands at 18 per cent.

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