<h1>India Permits 100% FDI in Food Processing and Retail, Over $3.4 Billion Inflows Recorded (2014-2017.</h1> FDI in India's food processing industries is permitted up to 100% under the automatic route, with similar allowances for retail trading of Indian-manufactured food products via the government route, including e-commerce. From April 2014 to May 2017, FDI equity inflows in the food products sector totaled $1,522.23 million, while the food processing industries received $1,936.86 million. The government continuously reviews FDI policies to enhance ease of business and attract more investments, though specific estimations are challenging due to the private nature of business decisions. This information was disclosed by the Commerce and Industry Minister in a Lok Sabha session.