Under the proposed plan, spice processing facilities will be developed in the Hamirpur district, with associated primary processing infrastructure in Sirmaur
Aimed at strengthening agri value chains, reducing post-harvest losses, and improving farmer market access, Amar Pure Gold, an Indian manufacturer and exporter of premium frozen food products, has signed memoranda of understanding (MoUs) for agro-processing projects in Himachal Pradesh.
In a major step towards strengthening India’s agro-processing ecosystem, the Department of Agriculture, Himachal Pradesh announced the development of a Potato and Spice Processing Food Park in the state. Two MoUs were signed on Tuesday in Shimla to this effect, aimed at promoting natural farming practices and boosting the rural economy.
Under the proposed plan, spice processing facilities will be developed in Hamirpur district, with associated primary processing infrastructure in Sirmaur. Potato processing facilities will be established at designated locations in the state. The initiative is expected to strengthen agri-value chains, reduce post-harvest losses and improve market access for farmers.
Built around modern food-processing technologies, automation-enabled systems, and compliance-driven operations, the food park aims to ensure consistency, traceability and adherence to global quality standards. The project is also expected to generate employment and contribute meaningfully to the socio-economic development of Himachal Pradesh.
The MoUs were signed by RS Jasrotia, Director of Agriculture, Hemis Negi, Managing Director, HP Agriculture Marketing Board and Sunil Chauhan, Project Director, HP Crop Diversification Promotion Project-II (JICA-ODA), with APG Foods Division and ARFM Foods for the proposed facilities.
