SCENARIO OF FOOD POCESSING


Rice






Wheat






Maize






Fruits





Vegetables





Sugarcane

Bihar is amongst the largest producers of Sugarcane in the country. It is a major commercial crop in the state, with West Champaran contributing over 60% (138 lakh tonnes) of the total sugarcane production in Bihar in 2022-23. There is significant potential for ethanol production from sugarcane, in addition to traditional sugar manufacturing. The Bihar Biofuel Production Promotion Policy, 2023 offers various incentives for setting up ethanol production units, making it an attractive investment destination




Dairy






Makhana

Bihar produces approximately 90% of India’s total makhana output. The Makahna Development Scheme has been launched by the State Government to boost its production through expansion in 11 districts and encouraging adoption of new technologies. With a high protein and nutritional value, Makhana processing units can tap into many opportunities including producing Makhana pops, flavored or roasted Makhana snacks, Makhana seed powder in baby food, chips and kheer mix.

