Indian agriculture is witnessing a transformation driven by thriving agri startup ecosystem

      Investments in the sector are accelerating with continued government support for improving infrastructure, export facilitation, and farmer-centric initiatives. These interventions will contribute to the growth of the sector, enhance farmer livelihoods, strengthen the Indian food system, and help India maintain its position as a global agriculture powerhouse.

      KPMG in India has one of the leading food and agribusiness consulting practices offering a wide range of services to private enterprises, governments, and international donor organizations. The services encompass the overall spectrum from strategizing to implementation, creating an enabling ecosystem and unlocking value for our clients.

      Our focus lies in providing apt and well-timed solutions to our clients despite the dynamic and heterogenous nature of the sector. With 100+ professionals having a significant and hands on experience across agriculture and allied value chains including but not limited to horticulture, dairy and animal husbandry, aquaculture, poultry, and a footprint in 10+ states and central government departments in India.

      Our Offerings

      Project and programme management

      Project planning and appraisal, project management consultancy, capacity building and trainings and knowledge and information management


       

       

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      Strategic solutions

      Agri-food suppsly chain transformation, value chain development, go-to-market and growth strategy, process improvement, revenue enhancement, profit maximisation, cost optimisation, brand building, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SME) development and micro entrepreneurship, organisation design and transformation, policy reforms, vision formulation and implementation

      Transaction advisory

      Commercial, financial, and operational due diligence, investment promotion and outreach support, bid process management and Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) advisory (buy/sell side advisory and post-merger integration)



       

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      Research and insights

      Market feasibility, policy review and reforms, monitoring and evaluation, sectoral analysis, and thought leadership

      Digital transformation

      Digital strategy, digitising business processes, data analytics and business intelligence

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      Impact Created

      • KPMG in India’s team helped develop an innovative new organic farming model blueprint that redefined the approach to promote organic farming in an Indian state and achieve sustainability
      • Assisted a state government in enhancing delivery in of more than 24 lakh Metric Tonnes (MT) of rice annually to over 4 crore beneficiaries, often considered the vulnerable population of the state under National Food Security Act, 2013
      • Helped provide technical assistance for value chain development and post-harvest management of focus horticulture crops to an Indian state
      • Assisted a state government in planning to develop a multipurpose seaweed park to boost the seaweed production and processing though the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) scheme
      • KPMG in India supported Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) implementation in Andhra Pradesh

      India Insights

      Our insights is your gateway to thought leadership and in-depth reports. Explore our curated collection of valuable content, where we delve into complex business challenges, share industry trends, and provide actionable insights.

      Exploring the challenges and resilience in food production and the collaboration needed across various sectors to enhance food security

      Solutions for achieving zero hunger and ensuring food and nutritional security, addressing gaps in access, distribution, and sustainability

      The budget responds to the economic expectations with a comprehensive plan, prioritizing agriculture, MSMEs, investment, and exports

      A key priority for Budget 2025 should be the promotion of hybrid seeds to boost crop productivity and production

      With the right investments, policies, and innovations, India has the potential to become a global leader in sustainable agriculture

      Electric tractors will redefine not only mobility but set the path towards long term sustainable energy use in agricultural sector in India.

      A new paradigm for Sustainability & Growth in Agriculture



       

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      Global insights

      At KPMG, we believe that the time for empowering a step-change in our global food system is now.

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      Key Contact

      Himanshu Rattan

      Partner and Lead – Food, Agri & Allied Services, Government & Public Services

      KPMG in India

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