<h1>Indus Food 2024 Launches: Minister Highlights 150% Growth in Processed Food Exports, Advocates for Sustainable Practices.</h1> The Union Minister of Commerce, Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food, Public Distribution, and Textiles inaugurated Indus Food 2024, highlighting India's diverse food ecosystem. The Minister emphasized the 150% growth in processed food exports and US$ 53 billion in agricultural exports over nine years. He advocated for large-scale food processing, product branding, and export focus to benefit farmers and enhance earnings. The Minister praised the role of women in the food sector and stressed industry collaboration. He highlighted India's culinary richness and called for quality, nutrition, and sustainability in food production. Plans for future large-scale exhibitions were also discussed.