- Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (PMKSY) supports food processing clusters like tomatoes in Karnataka’s Kolar district with grants and subsidies.
- Under PMKSY, two projects worth Rs 30.72 crores have been approved with Rs 6.98 crores grant-in-aid in Karnataka.
- PMFME scheme has approved 62 proposals in Kolar, Karnataka, giving Rs 3.19 crores subsidy to small food processing businesses focusing on tomatoes and mangoes.
In a major push to enhance food processing activities in Karnataka, the Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (PMKSY) and the PM Formalization of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) scheme are playing a crucial role. These central government initiatives are providing significant financial and technical assistance to upgrade food processing units across the state. Special attention is being given to key agricultural clusters such as tomato and mango. The schemes aim to strengthen the value chain, reduce wastage, and increase farmers’ income. Several projects under these schemes have already been approved and implemented in Karnataka, marking a major step forward in the state’s agro-processing sector.
Financial Support through Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (PMKSY)
The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) actively promotes food processing by offering subsidies and grants under PMKSY. In Karnataka, the Kolar and Chikkaballapura districts have been selected specifically to develop the tomato crop cluster through the Operation Greens part of the scheme. This choice is based on production data from 2018-19 and work with state horticulture departments.
Crop Cluster Identification and Project Approvals
Kolar and Chikkaballapura districts are known as major tomato producing areas, making them perfect for focused food processing development under PMKSY. Currently, MoFPI has approved two food processing projects in Kolar district, with a total project cost of Rs 30.72 crores. To support these projects, Rs 6.98 crores have been given as grant-in-aid. These financial incentives help set up and grow processing infrastructure to add value to the tomato harvest.
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Benefits of PM Formalization of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) Scheme
This centrally funded scheme focuses on micro food processing units by providing financial, technical, and business support. In Karnataka, the PMFME scheme highlights the tomato clusters in Kolar & Chikkaballapura and mango production in Dharwad and Haveri districts, named as One District One Product (ODOP).
Subsidy Distribution and Proposal Approvals under PMFME
Under PMFME, MoFPI has approved 62 project proposals in Karnataka’s Kolar district alone. These small units have together received a subsidy of Rs 3.19 crores. This support helps small entrepreneurs improve their processing abilities, enhance product quality, and strengthen market links for local horticultural produce.
By using these schemes, farmers and small food processors in Karnataka can get better value addition and achieve sustainable growth in the food processing sector. You can know more about these schemes and apply for benefits by visiting the official Ministry of Food Processing Industries website at
https://mofpi.gov.in.
This scheme shows the government’s dedication to strengthening food processing infrastructure and helping local communities involved in agriculture-based businesses.