Food processing levels in India have risen from 10% in 2016 to nearly 17% in 2023, according to a report released at SAPLING 2026 in Ahmedabad, highlighting opportunities for value addition and farmer income growth.
Global food insecurity is worsening despite stable food supplies, driven by conflicts, climate shocks, rising fertilizer costs, and the growing risk of El Niño. The World Bank warns that millions across Africa and other vulnerable regions face acute food short...