Reducing food wastage in India

Note: This project is closed prematurely, so not all project activities have been implemented.

India is the world largest producer of fruits and vegetables. However, from what has been produced, 40% doesn’t even reach the consumer due to food wastage throughout the whole supply chain, representing an economical value of 1.8 billion euro. On the other hand, India’s overall food consumption is expected to rise by 4% per year. Tamil Nadu, the state where the project will be implemented, is India’s fourth major horticulture producing state.

This project aimed to reduce food wastage by creating an integrated supply chain, including cold chain infrastructure. The partners will work together to set up 20 polyhouses, a track and trace system and warehouses. Simultaneously, the consortium will train and capacitate local small-scale farmers, to enable them to grow their business, leading to sustainable increase of income and ultimately inclusive economic growth.