India’s food processing sector stands at a decisive inflection point: while the industry is already valued at over $300 billion and is projected to touch $535 billion 2026, the country is still processing only about 10% of its agricultural produce compared to 80% in developed economies, lamented Suresh Naryanan, former Chairman & Managing Director, Nestle India here on Tuesday.

India’s food processing sector stands at a decisive inflection point: while the industry is already valued at over $300 billion and is projected to touch $535 billion 2026, the country is still processing only about 10% of its agricultural produce compared to 80% in developed economies, lamented Suresh Naryanan, former Chairman & Managing Director, Nestle India here on Tuesday.