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A powerful perspective from Prof. Ramesh Chand, Member, NITI Aayog at the ET Edge Global Sustainability Alliance AgriFood Systems Summit 2026: "Becoming an agricultural powerhouse involves multiple factors. Striking a balance between the needs of the present and the future is crucial for advancing not just the agriculture sector, but the country as a whole. Our understanding of Indian agriculture has often been shaped by the past, but opportunities and challenges have evolved. Between 2015 and 2025, the sector grew at an unprecedented rate of 4.4%—a first in India’s post-independence history. Today, we are exporting significantly more agricultural products than we import." Shaping the conversations that will define India’s agri-food future. #ETEdgeAgriFoodSystemsSummit2026 #ResilientHarvests #AgriFoodFuture2047 #SustainableAgriculture

A powerful perspective from Sanjay Gupta, MD & CEO, National Commodities Management Services Limited at the ET Edge Global Sustainability Alliance AgriFood Systems Summit 2026 "Commodity trading remains highly complex for the average farmer, which reduces efficiency. Although the government has strengthened policies, challenges persist. India produces around 350 billion tonnes of grains annually, yet storage capacity remains limited. Fortunately, infrastructure development is improving, but dynamic commodity pricing continues to be a significant challenge." Shaping the conversations that will define India’s agri-food future. #ETEdgeAgriFoodSystemsSummit2026 #ResilientHarvests #AgriFoodFuture2047 #SustainableAgriculture

A powerful perspective from Vaishali Chopra, Head of Public Affairs and Communications, Yara in India at the ET Edge Global Sustainability Alliance AgriFood Systems Summit 2026: "Post-harvest losses often begin even before the harvest. Government policies, especially those outlined in the recent budget, could be a game-changer. However, we still need to improve policy accessibility and traceability. Market linkages remain a gap, where partnerships and collaborations could help farmers maximize the value of their produce." Shaping the conversations that will define India’s agri-food future. #ETEdgeAgriFoodSystemsSummit2026 #ResilientHarvests #AgriFoodFuture2047 #SustainableAgriculture

A powerful perspective from Dr. R. G. Agarwal, Chairman Emeritus, Dhanuka Agritech Ltd. at the ET Edge Global Sustainability Alliance AgriFood Systems Summit 2026: "There is an urgent need to review agricultural policies, as our productivity per hectare is only half that of some developed countries. India faces multiple challenges in realizing its immense potential, and farmers need quick and easy access to solutions through public-private partnerships and awareness programs. Crop diversification and sustainable farming practices will be crucial to building an Atmanirbhar Bharat." Shaping the conversations that will define India’s agri-food future. #ETEdgeAgriFoodSystemsSummit2026 #ResilientHarvests #AgriFoodFuture2047 #SustainableAgriculture #AgriTechInnovation #FoodSecurity #IndustryLeaders

The visionaries. The change-makers. The Icons. Celebrating the distinguished winners of the Icons of India’s AgriFood Systems, honoured at the ET Edge Global Sustainability Alliance AgriFood Systems Summit 2026. These leaders and organisations are redefining India’s agri-food landscape driving innovation, sustainability, and inclusive growth across the value chain. A moment of recognition. A legacy of impact. #ETEdgeAgriFoodSystemsSummit2026 #IconsOfIndia #AgriFoodFuture2047 #SustainableAgriculture #IndustryLeaders

A powerful perspective from Anil Kumar, Founder and CEO, Samunnati at the ET Edge Global Sustainability Alliance AgriFood Systems Summit 2026: "Post-harvest losses pose a significant risk to our agri-food systems, making efficiency in value chains critical to minimizing these losses. More than 80% of farmers lack access to adequate financing, which is essential to mitigate risks and reduce waste. While we cannot aggregate land, we can aggregate the people who cultivate it, enabling better collaboration and resource management." Shaping the conversations that will define India’s agri-food future. #ETEdgeAgriFoodSystemsSummit2026 #ResilientHarvests #AgriFoodFuture2047 #SustainableAgriculture #AgriTechInnovation #FoodSecurity #IndustryLeaders

At the ET Edge Global Sustainability Alliance AgriFood Systems Summit 2026, Rishab Sharma, Head of Partnership Poshn highlights how India, despite being a leading producer, must bridge the gap in technology adoption and capacity building to stay globally competitive. The opportunity lies in transforming scale into efficiency, innovation, and long-term growth. #ETEdgeAgriFoodSystemsSummit2026 #AgriFoodFuture2047 #AgriInnovation #SustainableAgriculture #IndustryVoices #ResilientHarvests #FoodSecurity #IndustryLeaders

At the ET Edge Global Sustainability Alliance AgriFood Systems Summit 2026, Kamal Kumar, Advisor at Dhanuka Agritech Ltd. highlights the need to bridge the productivity gap through better technology adoption and effective dissemination across farms. With stronger public-private partnerships, the sector can unlock its true potential and take a significant leap forward. #ETEdgeAgriFoodSystemsSummit2026 #AgriFoodFuture2047 #AgriInnovation #SustainableAgriculture #IndustryVoices #ResilientHarvests #FoodSecurity #IndustryLeaders

At the ET Edge Global Sustainability Alliance AgriFood Systems Summit 2026, Rachit Kumar, Sr Entrepreneur in Residence, Poshn highlights how tech integration is driving productivity, scalability, and expansion across India’s agri sector. As one of the country’s most critical sectors, agriculture continues to play a pivotal role in economic growth and national development. #ETEdgeAgriFoodSystemsSummit2026 #AgriFoodFuture2047 #AgriInnovation #SustainableAgriculture #IndustryVoices #ResilientHarvests #FoodSecurity #IndustryLeaders

At the ET Edge Global Sustainability Alliance AgriFood Systems Summit 2026, Dr. sonia Dahiya, Progressive Farmer & Mushroom Cultivator, highlights the importance of technology, education, and collective action in transforming traditional farming into a more resilient and progressive ecosystem. Because the future of agriculture will be built not in silos, but through shared vision and collaboration. #ETEdgeAgriFoodSystemsSummit2026 #AgriFoodFuture2047 #AgriInnovation #SustainableAgriculture #IndustryVoices #ResilientHarvests #FoodSecurity #IndustryLeaders

At the ET Edge Global Sustainability Alliance AgriFood Systems Summit 2026, Manoj Kumar, Project Manager Verstegen Spices & Sauces highlights how climate change is impacting supply chains, making resilience, sustainable practices, and consistent quality more critical than ever. With evolving consumer awareness, how food is grown is becoming just as important as what is produced. #ETEdgeAgriFoodSystemsSummit2026 #AgriFoodFuture2047 #AgriInnovation #SustainableAgriculture #IndustryVoices #ResilientHarvests #FoodSecurity #IndustryLeaders

Agriculture is moving beyond tradition into transformation. From digitisation to sustainability, the sector is evolving into a more integrated ecosystemone that connects farm productivity with livelihoods, technology, and national growth. The future lies in making agriculture more efficient, inclusive, and impactful for every stakeholder. #ETEdgeAgriFoodSystemsSummit2026 #AgriFoodFuture2047 #AgriTransformation #SustainableAgriculture #IndustryVoices

At the ET Edge Global Sustainability Alliance AgriFood Systems Summit 2026, Zaman Almas, Sr Manager Agriculture Today Group highlights the ongoing shift from traditional practices to a more digitised, integrated, and sustainability-driven agri ecosystem. From farm production to machinery, livestock, fisheries, and livelihoods the future of agriculture lies in a holistic approach that drives both farmer prosperity and national growth. #ETEdgeAgriFoodSystemsSummit2026 #AgriFoodFuture2047 #AgriInnovation #SustainableAgriculture #IndustryVoices #ResilientHarvests #FoodSecurity #IndustryLeaders

At the ET Edge Global Sustainability Alliance AgriFood Systems Summit 2026, Suryamani Roul, Managing Trustee FEED highlights the importance of policy direction, global shifts, and access to capital in transforming India’s agri-food ecosystem. Because real progress depends on how effectively we connect networks, resources, and opportunities. #ETEdgeAgriFoodSystemsSummit2026 #AgriFoodFuture2047 #AgriInnovation #SustainableAgriculture #IndustryVoices #ResilientHarvests #FoodSecurity #IndustryLeaders

At the ET Edge Global Sustainability Alliance AgriFood Systems Summit 2026, Ravi Somani, Promoter & Managing Director Utsav Exim highlights the immense potential of agri-waste utilisation and circular practices in building a more sustainable food system. From crop residues to by-products like banana waste, unlocking value from what’s discarded can drive new business opportunities, reduce losses, and power a circular agri economy. #ETEdgeAgriFoodSystemsSummit2026 #AgriFoodFuture2047 #AgriInnovation #SustainableAgriculture #IndustryVoices #ResilientHarvests #FoodSecurity #IndustryLeaders

At the ET Edge Global Sustainability Alliance AgriFood Systems Summit 2026, Pranav Khattri, Project Leader Boston Consulting Group (BCG) highlights how tenant farmers and cultivators remain underserved by the financial ecosystem and how technologies like AI, geolocation, and satellite imagery can help bridge this gap. With digital innovation and purpose-driven financial tools, the path to inclusive growth and improved farmer livelihoods is clearer than ever. #ETEdgeAgriFoodSystemsSummit2026 #AgriFoodFuture2047 #AgriInnovation #SustainableAgriculture #IndustryVoices #ResilientHarvests #FoodSecurity #IndustryLeaders

At the ET Edge Global Sustainability Alliance AgriFood Systems Summit 2026, Gurinder Singh, Founder & CEO RANCE FPS LLP shares how gaining visibility across the entire agri value chain from farmers to food processing offers deeper insight into the challenges and opportunities shaping the sector. Because true transformation happens when every link in the chain moves forward together. #ETEdgeAgriFoodSystemsSummit2026 #AgriFoodFuture2047 #AgriInnovation #SustainableAgriculture #IndustryVoices #ResilientHarvests #FoodSecurity #IndustryLeaders

At the ET Edge Global Sustainability Alliance AgriFood Systems Summit 2026, Capt. Pavan Kumar Kaul highlights the importance of value chain addition, reducing post-harvest losses, and strengthening Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) to drive better incomes and productivity. In a landscape of small and fragmented landholdings, aggregation is the key to unlocking scale and impact. #ETEdgeAgriFoodSystemsSummit2026 #AgriFoodFuture2047 #AgriInnovation #SustainableAgriculture #IndustryVoices #ResilientHarvests #FoodSecurity #IndustryLeaders

At the ET Edge Global Sustainability Alliance AgriFood Systems Summit 2026, Rinkesh Satija, Vice President Supply Chain, India & South Asia, PepsiCo India, shares how multiple successful initiatives across the agri ecosystem now need to come together to drive large-scale impact. As climate challenges grow, the focus is clear — scale what works, and make it accessible to all. #ETEdgeAgriFoodSystemsSummit2026 #AgriFoodFuture2047 #AgriInnovation #SustainableAgriculture #IndustryVoices #ResilientHarvests #FoodSecurity #IndustryLeaders

A powerful perspective from Krishnan Pallassana, Senior Specialist, Strategy, Innovation & Partnerships, Food and Agri at the ET Edge Global Sustainability Alliance AgriFood Systems Summit 2026: "India has made remarkable progress—we are feeding about 1.4 billion people every day, and in the coming years, we will play an even greater role in feeding the world. Institutions like the FAO are instrumental in sharing knowledge with farmers. We are working intensively on nutrition security, reducing food waste, promoting circularity, and building value chains at the grassroots level." Shaping the conversations that will define India’s agri-food future. #ETEdgeAgriFoodSystemsSummit2026 #ResilientHarvests #AgriFoodFuture2047 #SustainableAgriculture #AgriTechInnovation #FoodSecurity #IndustryLeaders