Agriculture is growing and expanding day by day. Along with technological advancements, the change in climatic and weather conditions paved the way for the growth of crops and the development of industries.
The agro-based industries can be collectively classified into two broad terms – food processing and nonfood processing.
The food processing industry deals with the preservation of perishable food items and the utilization of – products for other purposes. They mainly include – rice, wheat, maize, pulses, meat, fruits, vegetables, etc.
Textile, sugar, paper, and vegetable oil industries are included in the agro-based sector. Agriculture-related products serve as the raw material for these industries. The largest organized sector industry is the textile industry.
