Smart protein equipment manufacturing hub initiative

Advancing India’s capacity to design and manufacture smart protein processing equipment that powers the sector’s global expansion

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Background

One of the key bottlenecks in mainstreaming the smart protein value chain is the high cost of equipment such as extruders, separators, and drying systems, which creates a significant barrier to the growth of the smart protein sector. By leveraging India’s abundant natural resources (e.g., steel, aluminium, and copper), skilled workforce, MSMEs, and supportive government policies, we can seize this opportunity to lead the transformation of this emerging sector.

Following an open RFP process, we partnered with NIFTEM Thanjavur to identify clear pathways to localise manufacturing of key plant protein processing equipment.

This project aims to explore the strategies that will position India as a leader in manufacturing smart protein processing equipment, thereby reducing costs and supporting the sector’s growth at both domestic and international levels.