Establishment of Makhana Board is expected to provide special opportunities to producers

03-Feb-2025 05:50 PM

The establishment of a Makhana Board is an exciting development for producers and stakeholders in Bihar, offering a structured approach to address key challenges and capitalize on the growing market for this nutritious product.

The government's move to set up the board underlines the increasing recognition of Makhana as a valuable agricultural commodity.

The focus on enhancing production, processing, and marketing of Makhana through an integrated program in partnership with state governments should provide a solid foundation for scaling up the industry.

Bringing in Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) and cooperative institutions will help ensure that farmers are well-equipped with the necessary tools and knowledge to improve their yields and quality of products.

The historical growth of Makhana production in India since 2003 shows that there is significant potential, but as the analyst pointed out, production-side challenges must be addressed for any further plans to be effective.

With proper support, including the anticipated HSN code for Makhana and the availability of government schemes, the industry could benefit from better marketing and business opportunities, potentially even boosting exports.

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