Chandigarh: In a major boost to Punjab’s dairy and agro-industrial sector, Industry and Commerce Minister Sanjeev Arora inaugurated Cargill Private Limited’s new ₹300 crore Dairy Feed Plant in Mandi Gobindgarh, marking it as South Asia’s largest dairy feed facility. The plant, established under the “Invest Punjab” initiative, will generate employment for 1,000 local youths and provide high-quality animal feed to dairy farmers, enhancing milk production, quality, and farmer income.
Largest Dairy Feed Plant in South Asia
Spanning 15 acres, the plant has an annual production capacity of 4.5 lakh metric tons, making it the largest dairy feed facility in South Asia. After Cargill’s Bathinda unit, this is the company’s second major unit in Punjab, further strengthening the state’s agro-industrial value chain.
The plant will produce scientifically formulated feed to improve livestock health and productivity, ensuring that dairy farmers have access to quality feed locally, reducing costs and increasing profitability.
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Boost to Employment and Economic Growth
Addressing the inauguration ceremony, Minister Sanjeev Arora said:
“Under the visionary leadership of National Coordinator Arvind Kejriwal and Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the ‘Invest Punjab’ initiative is attracting large-scale industrial investments. These investments create employment opportunities for youth and accelerate Punjab’s overall economic growth.”
Local MLA Lakbir Singh Rai added that the project would create employment opportunities for approximately 1,000 young people, while enhancing animal health and milk quality in the region.
Government’s Support for Industrial Development
Minister Arora emphasized Punjab’s business-friendly ecosystem and the government’s commitment to promoting industrial growth:
- Progressive policies and peaceful industrial environment
- Strong support for investors, especially in agriculture and food processing sectors
- Promotion of Punjab as a preferred investment destination
He further highlighted that the upcoming Progressive Punjab Investors Summit 2026, scheduled for 13–15 March in Mohali, will attract participation from national and international investors, reinforcing Punjab’s position as a top industrial state.
Advancing Punjab’s Dairy Sector
The new plant is expected to:
- Provide high-quality animal feed to local dairy farmers
- Increase milk production and quality
- Strengthen Punjab’s position as a leading dairy supplier
- Contribute to the state’s economic and agricultural growth
The Cargill management acknowledged Minister Arora’s efforts in facilitating the plant’s establishment and expressed confidence that it will significantly benefit the state’s dairy sector.
Key Dignitaries at the Inauguration
The inauguration was attended by:
- Dr. Sona Thind, Deputy Commissioner
- Poja Syal Grewal, Additional Deputy Commissioner
- David Webster, Executive VP & Chief Risk Officer, Cargill
- Rishi Verma, Executive VP & Chief Legal & Compliance Officer, Corporate Secretary
- Adriano Marcon, President, Cargill Animal Nutrition & Health
- Ravinder Balain, Senior Managing Director, Cargill Animal Nutrition & Health, India & President, Cargill India
The event highlighted collaboration between government and private sector to boost industrial growth, employment, and agricultural development in Punjab.
