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2nd Plant-Based Foods Summit reveals promising pathways towards sustainable future
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Tuesday, 06 June, 2023, 16 : 00 PM [IST]
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Our Bureau, New Delhi
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The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) and Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) came together to present the biggest 2nd Plant-Based Foods Summit organised by Plant Based Foods Industry Association (PBFIA) at Hotel Le Meridien, Windsor Place, New Delhi, recently. The principal sponsor of the summit was U.S. Soybean Export Council. One of the highlights of the summit was the "Pitch Perfect" Investors Show, which gave companies the opportunity to pitch their brand to potential investors globally and secure funding. The show aimed to target investors and strategic partners from the plant-based foods sector.
The Guests of Honour at the summit were Maneka Gandhi, Member of Parliament, and Dr Amar Patnaik, Member of Parliament. Gandhi brought a unique perspective for the growth path of this sunrise industry. She believes that the industry cannot succeed without every player turning a profit. And for that to happen, we must enable as many people as possible to develop a taste for plant-based foods. To do this, one of her suggestions was to work with restaurants and caterers, encouraging them to include at least 1-2 plant-based food options in their menu.
Patnaik emphasised that the government's support for plant-based industries is of paramount importance. By backing these industries, the government not only acknowledges the critical role they play in addressing pressing global challenges such as climate change and public health, but also encourages innovation and economic growth. Embracing and promoting plant-based industries signifies a commitment to sustainability, health, and a prosperous future for both the nation and the planet.
The summit was also graced by many other key dignitaries such as Mercy Epao, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises; Dr. Sudhanshu, Secretary, Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA); Jim Sutter, CEO, US Soybean Export Council (USSEC); Jasmijn De Boo, CEO, ProVeg International; Dr Rajeev Singh, director general, Indian Chamber of Commerce; Atul Mulay, president and strategic business head, Praj Industries, Mark Rosmann, Agricultural Attache', Embassy of the United States of America; Amit Vatsyayan, partner & leader, Ernst & Young India; Nilesh Lele, president at Chamber for Advancement of Small and Medium Businesses; and many more thought leaders.
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