CII Food and Agriculture Centre of Excellence

🐄 National Consultation on Climate Resilient Dairy in India 🌱 Environmental Defense Fund in India I CP Milk & Food Products Private Limited I Omnivore I NDDB Dairy Services I National Dairy Development Board I Stellapps Technologies Private Limited I Banas Dairy #ClimateResilientDairy #SustainableFarming #DairyIndustry #ClimateAction #IndiaDairy #AgricultureInnovation #CII #Sustainability #FutureOfDairy #ClimateChange

🐄 National Consultation on Climate Resilient Dairy in India 🌱 Environmental Defense Fund in India I CP Milk & Food Products Private Limited I Omnivore I Stellapps Technologies Private Limited I #ClimateResilientDairy #SustainableFarming #DairyIndustry #ClimateAction #IndiaDairy #AgricultureInnovation #CII #Sustainability #FutureOfDairy #ClimateChange

🐄 National Consultation on Climate Resilient Dairy in India 🌱 Environmental Defense Fund in India I Milky Mist Dairy I CP Milk & Food Products Private Limited I Omnivore #ClimateResilientDairy #SustainableFarming #DairyIndustry #ClimateAction #IndiaDairy #AgricultureInnovation #CII #Sustainability #FutureOfDairy #ClimateChange

🐄 National Consultation on Climate Resilient Dairy in India 🌱 Environmental Defense Fund in India I Omnivore I Milky Mist Dairy I Stellapps Technologies Private Limited I CP Milk & Food Products Private Limited I National Dairy Development Board I #ClimateResilientDairy #SustainableFarming #DairyIndustry #ClimateAction #IndiaDairy #AgricultureInnovation #CII #Sustainability #FutureOfDairy #ClimateChange

🐄 National Consultation on Climate Resilient Dairy in India 🌱 Environmental Defense Fund in India I CP Milk & Food Products Private Limited I Stellapps Technologies Private Limited I Omnivore I NDDB Dairy Services I National Dairy Development Board I Cornext I Banas Dairy I Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar I National Institute of Animal Nutrition and Physiology (NIANP) I Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying I AGRILIV RESEARCH FOUNDATION (Formerly Ayurvet Research Foundation) I Milky Mist Dairy #ClimateResilientDairy #SustainableFarming #DairyIndustry #ClimateAction #IndiaDairy #AgricultureInnovation #CII #Sustainability #FutureOfDairy #ClimateChange

🐄 National Consultation on Climate Resilient Dairy in India 🌱 Environmental Defense Fund in India I CP Milk & Food Products Private Limited I Stellapps Technologies Private Limited I Omnivore I Milky Mist Dairy I Cornext I Banas Dairy I NDDB Dairy Services I National Dairy Development Board I Sistema.bio / Sistema Biobolsa I Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying #ClimateResilientDairy #SustainableFarming #DairyIndustry #ClimateAction #IndiaDairy #AgricultureInnovation #CII #Sustainability #FutureOfDairy #ClimateChange

🌍 Reminder: National Consultation on Climate Resilient Dairy in India – Just 2 Days Left! 🐄🌱 The countdown is on! The National Consultation on Climate Resilient Dairy in India is just around the corner. Join us for an important conversation about the future of sustainable dairy farming amidst climate change. 📅 Date: 18th December 2024 ⏰ Time: 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 📍 Location: Hotel Le Meridien, New Delhi This is your chance to connect with industry leaders, policymakers, and experts working towards a climate-resilient dairy sector in India. 🔗 Don't miss out – Register today to secure your spot! Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/gFWh7Qzc #ClimateResilientDairy #SustainableFarming #DairyIndustry #ClimateAction #IndiaDairy #AgricultureInnovation #CII #Sustainability #FutureOfDairy #ClimateChange

CII-FACE convened the second in series of consultative sessions in partnership with #cesd towards customising the ESG benchmarking tool for the Indian Food and Agriculture Sector The session focused on capturing customised inputs for developing an ESG (Environment, Social, Governance) benchmarking tool to suit the unique requirements of the Indian food and agriculture sector. Participants engaged in meaningful discussions and brainstorming to identify sector-specific challenges and opportunities. Key Takeaways from the Workshop: 🌱 Environment (E) Practical approaches to reducing environmental impact through sustainable practices, waste management, efficient energy management, reduction of GHG emissions and reducing food loss and food waste bedsides preventing environmental degradation with sustainable practices. 👥 Social (S) Examining internal and external issues of an organisation related to Social inclusion with prioritization. Women empowerment, Prevention of Bribery, Forced labour and Child labour, enhancing livelihoods were identified as some of the key needs of the society. 📋 Governance (G) Need to put in place appropriate Governance structure and practices that align with the ESG needs of diverse stakeholders to drive transparency, accountability, and ethical business operations 🍴 Nutrition (N) Approaches to strengthening nutrition strategies through innovative and safe product portfolios using sustainable production practices, and strengthening a culture of nutrition and community health initiatives 📊 Frameworks and Tools: Discussions on existing ESG benchmarking frameworks and tools, and how they can be adapted to address the specific needs of the sector. 💡 Collaborative Brainstorming: Group exercises facilitated insights into sector-specific ESGN strategies and encouraged participants to explore potential pathways for customization and implementation. Focus on Workforce Nutrition: The workshop also emphasized the role of workforce nutrition in promoting health, building awareness, and creating a ripple effect of positive change across communities. The insights and strategies developed during the session provide valuable direction for advancing ESGN practices tailored to India’s food and agriculture sector. #Sustainability #ESGN #FoodAndAgriculture #Governance #Nutrition #BestPractices Vignesh Chandrasekar Agatha Betsy, PhD Smita Murthy Confederation of Indian Industry

Transforming India's Food and Agriculture Sector with ESGN Today, #CII-FACE in partnership with #CESD hosted a transformative Consultative Workshop on Environmental, Social, Governance, and Nutrition (ESGN) in Delhi, aimed at driving sustainable practices and customizing a Benchmarking Tool for India’s unique food systems. Key highlights from the day: 1. Food system transformation insights: Leveraging frameworks to identify strengths and address bottlenecks across the value chain. 2. Governance and transparency: Addressing climate risks, improving stakeholder engagement, and enhancing accountability through robust governance practices. 3. BRSR and ESG landscape: Showcasing how sustainability disclosures and frameworks like BRSR foster ESG-focused investments and better risk management. 4. Nutrition and workforce wellness: Strategies to promote healthier diets, reduce food loss and waste, and empower communities through innovative nutrition programs. 5. Best practices sharing: Success stories on social inclusion, environmental stewardship, and governance from industry leaders to inspire actionable change. 6. Collaborative syndicate exercises: Participants evaluated sector-specific ESGN scenarios, strategized implementation, and presented actionable roadmaps. Key takeaways: - ESGN integration requires a holistic approach, encompassing environment, social, and governance considerations across the food value chain. - The Benchmarking Tool must reflect local priorities, support policy advocacy, and enable measurable progress. - Stakeholder collaboration is crucial to scaling impactful solutions, particularly in areas like nutrition, waste reduction, and climate resilience. - Management System Standards e.g. FSSC 24000 will help in achieving ESG targets. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all speakers and participants for their contributions. Together, we are shaping a sustainable and resilient food and agriculture ecosystem for India. Let’s drive this transformation forward! #ESGN #Sustainability #FoodSystems #Nutrition #Governance #Collaboration Confederation of Indian Industry Kuldeep Sharma Suruchi Consultants Dr. Mohammad Khurshed Alam Khan ITC Hotels Pooja Gupta Country Delight BEEJAPURI DAIRY PRIVATE LIMITED Basau Khator DNV Business Assurance India Mother Dairy Fruit & Vegetable Pvt. Ltd. Ganesh Kaliyaperumal Bisleri International Pvt Ltd ARUN VERMA Pioneer Consultant Mayank Bajaj SLMG Beverages Pvt Ltd Rakesh Ranjan Dr. Bhanvi Grover Synthite Industries Pvt. Ltd Vignesh Chandrasekar Smita Murthy

Session on Emerging Startup - FPO Connects for technology led transformation The session highlighted the transformative potential of Startup-FPO partnerships in accelerating AgriTech adoption across diverse geographies and commodity value chains. Discussions delved into how these collaborations have evolved, their measurable impact on FPOs, and the innovations addressing real-time challenges faced by farmers. The session emphasized on the following  1. Technology can act as a Catalyst for Transformation: Technology holds immense potential to revolutionize Indian agriculture by enhancing soil quality, combating climate challenges, and promoting sustainable practices. Digital tools and agritech solutions can bridge gaps in connectivity and empower farmers to adopt innovative approaches. 2. Digitization of Platforms for Collaboration: Platforms development to unify FPOs, banks, and other stakeholders, addressing farm fragmentation and fostering collective action. These platforms also facilitate seamless communication through tools like SMS and WhatsApp, making technology accessible to all farmers. 3. Enhancing Market Access and Value Chains: Leveraging technology to map resources, streamline input procurement, and create market linkages. This approach strengthens FPOs’ capabilities in both input and output marketplaces, boosting their sustainability. 4. Simplifying Regulations and Building Leadership: Simplifying agricultural regulations will encourage private sector participation and make financing more accessible. Creating a common repository of FPOs and strengthening leadership through incubation centers and training programs will ensure the long-term success of FPOs. Shashank Kumar, DeHaat, Rajiv Bhatia, Samudra Network Amit Sinha Unnati NITI Aayog NABARD - National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India, MOFPI Government of India Krishak Jagat #AgriTech #FPOs #InnovationInAgriculture #StartupsInAgri #FarmersFirst #SustainableFarming #AgriInnovation #PartnershipsForGrowth #AgriEcosystem, #Growthpotential, #AgriTechInnovation, #FarmingInnovation,#RevolutionizingAgriculture, #HarvestingHappiness,