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India’s food market: $600 bn estimate; 7% CAGR — from primary producer to high-value global processing powerhouse

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  • India’s food market is estimated at $600 billion, with 7% CAGR
  • Agri-food exports are currently US$53 billion; experts see scope to more than double them
  • Food processing and agricultural exporters could benefit from growth in value-added exports

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