Agro & Food Processing
Andhra Pradesh, with its diverse agro-geo climatic zones, occupies a prominent position in the agro and food processing sector. The state is home to approximately 24,000 SMEs and 1100 medium and large units in this domain. With abundant agro resources, surging demand, and seamless access to both national and export markets, Andhra Pradesh stands out for its competitive edge in this sector.
12%
Agriculture Sector contributes to AP's Economy
10 Mn
Metric tonnes Food Grain Production
8%
AP contributes to India's Food Processing Output
2nd
Highest Number of Food Processing Units in the Country
Highlights
~ 2% of Global Rice and Maize production
~1.3% of Global eggs production
3rd in Tea and Coffee production.
2nd in Plantation Crops in India
Over 15 million metric tons of Fruits and Vegetables, including Jackfruit, Bananas, Mangoes, Pineapples, Citrus Fruits, Melons, Tapioca, and Tomatoes
~800,000 metric tons of Fisheries production
20,000 kilolitres/day of Milk production
36 Agro Technology Research Stations.
