“If we want to increase exports, we need to understand the quality concerns of that country,” Bisht said, stressing the importance of harmonising standards between India and the US.
Bisht also emphasised the need for sustainability and technology integration to boost productivity while reducing ecological impact. He suggested that combining innovations in artificial intelligence with agriculture could open new avenues for growth, an official statement said.
Chirag Jain, Partner at Grant Thornton Bharat, noted that while the US accounts for 10 per cent of India’s agricultural exports, Indian supplies represent only 2.6 per cent of US farm imports, indicating significant potential for export growth.
To strengthen agricultural ties, Jain recommended facilitating technology transfer, implementing successful R&D models, building capacity in climate-smart agriculture, enhancing fresh produce trade, and increasing private sector participation.
“India offers a growing market for US exports while US innovations can help India improve its agricultural productivity,” Jain said. Both experts called for the development of favourable tariff models and continued engagement between the two countries at various trade forums and dialogues.
The session, titled “Vision for the Future of Indo-US Economic Relations in Agro & Food Processing,” also had speakers from Frick India Ltd and Tata Consultancy Services.