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India’s $600 billion food market grows at 7% CAGR, food processing given importance: Official

1 source · first seen 04:37 2 Oct · updated 04:37 2 Oct

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  • India’s food market is valued at $600 billion and growing at 7% CAGR
  • An official highlighted food processing and the need to meet rising protein demand
  • Food processing growth may benefit Indian food processors and consumer-staples companies

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