Agro Processing – On a Forward March from Traditional to Cutting Edge

Consumer preferences have spearheaded massive revolutions in every walk of life, and the food industry is no exception. The call for making traditional agricultural produce available in a more convenient form, besides the fresh produce, has led to an increase in agro-processing.
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The changing face of agro-processing  

The changing lifestyles and the ever-growing demand for simplifying day to day life is leading to sweeping changes in the agro-processing sector. Added to this the fact that the number of women joining the workforce is also increasing by the day, there is an increase in the demand for processed and packaged food products.  The processed foods are convenient, have an ease of use and longer shelf life, while at the same time retain the nutrition and taste of the raw product.


Agriculture Technology – Giving the farming sector an edge

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The food industry is evolving at a fast rate, and new age technology plays a critical role in every aspect, be it in improving the agricultural output and quality or in processing the raw produce. Agriculture technology has started a new era of progress in the farming sector. Latest technology and progressive techniques are being used to increase productivity which has further led to an increase in the farm output and optimal utilisation of resources. Today, technological advancements can be seen in the use of new-age machines, moisture and temperature sensors,GPS technology, Internet of Things, precision farming, robotic systems and more.

All these advanced techniques and machinery further make the agro-processing industries
more productive and environmentally friendly.


Importance of agro-processing in today’s scenario
As the agro-processing industry continues on its forward march, newer technologies are being used to make the processed foods healthier, appealing and easy to use, while retaining the taste and freshness of the raw product. Further, food processing not only creates more growth opportunities for the industry but also promises easy availability of nutritional products at lower prices for the consumer.
Since processed foods have a longer shelf life and are available all through the year, personal choices, lifestyles, health and diet preferences can be taken care of. As a result, the consumer is no longer dependent on seasons or other factors for the availability of their chosen products. Therefore the markets for frozen food products, ready to eat meals and dehydrated products are increasing by the day.

To sum it, agro-processing Industry is an intrinsic part of the world economy today and is reinventing itself at a fast pace to keep up with the growing demands of the new age consumer.

Location: Maharashtra, India

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