Indian Chamber of Food and Agriculture

Agriculture remains a cornerstone for rural prosperity, economic growth, and social transformation, particularly in developing regions like India, Africa, and parts of Asia. In India, approximately 45%-50% of the population relies directly on agriculture for its livelihood. The agricultural sector, however, is undergoing transformative shifts, grappling with challenges related to global trade dynamics, food security, climate change, and market access. While India has achieved self-sufficiency in food grain production, its agricultural productivity and quality standards often fall short of international benchmarks, leading to higher production costs and reduced global competitiveness. To address these issues, strategic global cooperation, innovation, and a comprehensive rethinking of policies and practices are vital to elevate Indian agriculture to meet global standards.

Serving as the think tank, policy research center, and advocacy body for the food and agriculture sector, ensuring that the diverse interests of farmers, agri-professionals, industry, and research bodies are effectively represented at national and global levels. Facilitating international trade, technological exchange, and investment in the food and agriculture sectors by promoting collaborations with governments, development bodies, and industry players. Promoting sustainable farming systems, food safety and stewardship programs to guide stakeholders toward eco-agriculture solutions and ensuring sustainable growth for agro trade and agribusinesses. Organizing subject specific discussions, conferences and business meets that are designed to generate policy inputs, encourage innovation, foster cooperation, and drive changes in the evolving food and agriculture sector. Connecting farmers to critical market linkages, farm services, and technologies through ICFA’s national platforms and partnerships. ICFA also fosters innovation through agritech startups and sustainable farming practices.