A Powerhouse of Primary Production

Haryana is already a titan in Indian agriculture.

With 80% of its geographical area under cultivation and 70% of its population engaged in agriculture, the state is the second-largest contributor to India’s central pool of food grains.

Notably, it ranks first in cereal exports and produces more than 60% of the country’s basmati rice.

In 2024-25, agriculture and allied sectors contributed 15.9% to the Gross State Value Added (GSVA).

Key Parameters and Targets for 2031

The policy establishes ambitious “key parameters” to measure success over the next several years:

Investment

Attract private investment exceeding ₹5,000 Crore.

Employment

Generate 30,000 new jobs specifically within the food processing sector.

Exports

Increase the state’s food processing exports by 50%.

Post-Harvest Efficiency

Drastically reduce losses through the expansion of cold chains and agri-processing clusters.

Strategic Rationale: Why Now?

Despite its production prowess, Haryana faces challenges like fragmented supply chains and significant post-harvest losses in perishables like fruits and vegetables.

The 2026 policy focuses on diversification into high-growth segments such as:

• Millets
• Nutraceuticals
• Nutrition-focused Products

while promoting modern technologies like:

• Smart Packaging
• Food Waste Recycling