Agri Value Chain and FPO Summit 2026

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Express Interest

A National Model for FPO-Led Tribal Enterprise positioning Araku Valley as a replicable institutional model for tribal enterprise and value creation

About the Summit

Araku: India’s Emerging Hub for Premium Tribal Agriculture

The District Administration of Alluri Sitharama Raju (ASR) District, in collaboration with the Horticulture and Agriculture Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh, Elets Technomedia, and Samunnati are organising the "Made in Araku - Agri Value Chain & FPO Summit 2026" on 28-29 May 2026 in Visakhapatnam.

This is a first-of-its-kind initiative in the state of Andhra Pradesh, aimed at positioning ASR District as a model for FPO-led tribal enterprise and value chain development. The summit will bring together Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs), government departments, financial institutions, agri-industry stakeholders, buyers, exporters, certification agencies and knowledge institutions on a single platform.

Aligned with the Government of India's flagship scheme to promote 10,000 FPOs, the summit seeks to accelerate capacity building, improve access to markets, and unlock investment opportunities for farmer collectives.

Express Interest

Nestled in the Eastern Ghats, Araku Valley is fast emerging as a model for sustainable, high-value tribal agriculture. Known for its globally acclaimed coffee and organic produce, the region represents the future of inclusive agri-growth, where farmers are not just producers, but entrepreneurs connected to global markets.

Key Highlights

50+ Eminent Speakers & 500+ Delegates
ASR District as a Benchmark For FPO Enterprises
Buyer–Seller Meet & Market Linkages

FPO Expo & Product Showcase
Tech & Digital Integration Sessions
Investment Opportunities & MoU Signings

Chief Guests

Smt. Gummadi Sandhya Rani

Hon'ble Minister for Tribal Welfare
Women and Child Welfare
Government of Andhra Pradesh

Shri Kondapalli Srinivas

Hon'ble Minister for MSME, SERP
NRI Relations & Empowerment
Government of Andhra Pradesh

Shri Kinjarapu Atchannaidu

Hon'ble Minister for Agriculture, Co-Operation, Marketing Animal Husbandry, Dairy Development & Fisheries
Government of Andhra Pradesh

Programme Mentor

Shri A S Dinesh Kumar, IAS

Vice-Chairman & Managing Director
Andhra Pradesh Industrial Infrastructure Corporation (APIIC)

Programme Chair

Smt. Nishanti T, IAS

District Collector & Magistrate
Alluri Sitharama Raju District
Government of Andhra Pradesh

Speakers

Smt. Budithi Rajsekhar, IAS

Special Chief Secretary
Agriculture, Marketing & Cooperation Department
Government of Andhra Pradesh

Smt. S S Shobika, IAS

Vice Chairperson and Managing Director
Girijan Cooperative Corporation

Smt. Tirumani Sri Pooja, IAS

Project Officer
Paderu Integrated Tribal Development Agency

Buyer–Seller Meet (Updated Section)

Buyer–Seller Meet: Enabling Direct Market Linkages

The Buyer–Seller Meet is designed to create direct, result-oriented engagements between Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs), agri-producers, institutional buyers, exporters, and retail chains.

Participants will have the opportunity to explore procurement partnerships, bulk deals, and long-term supply collaborations.

👉 FPO / Seller Registration:

👉 Buyer / Institutional Partner Registration:

Exhibitor List – FPO Expo / Product Expo

Exhibitors at FPO & Agri Product Expo

The Expo will showcase a diverse range of high-quality, region-specific agricultural and value-added products presented by leading FPOs, startups, and agri-enterprises.

Exhibitor Categories:

Coffee Producers (Araku Specialty Coffee FPOs)
Turmeric & Spice Collectives
Millet-Based Product Enterprises
Organic & Natural Farming Groups
Agri-Tech & Supply Chain Innovators

Key Focus Areas

Market Linkages & Export Promotion

Value Chain Development in Coffee, Turmeric & Millets

Agri-Tech & Digital Enablement for FPOs

Access to Finance & Impact Investment

Branding, Packaging & Global Positioning of Tribal Products

Strengthening FPO Capacity & Governance

Investment Opportunities in Araku Region

Araku Valley and the surrounding tribal regions of Andhra Pradesh present high-potential opportunities for agri-investment, driven by unique geography, strong farmer collectives, and premium crop production.

Key Opportunities:

Araku Coffee: Globally recognized, organic, shade-grown coffee with strong export demand
Turmeric: High-curcumin, GI-tag potential, ideal for value-added processing
Millets & Tribal Crops: Increasing global demand for nutraceutical and health foods
Agri-Processing Units: Scope for decentralized processing, branding, and packaging
Export-Oriented Value Chains: Direct linkage with international markets

Key Facts:

100+ active FPOs in tribal belts
Increasing global demand for specialty coffee and organic spices
Strong government push for tribal livelihoods and agri-value chain development

Why This Summit Matters

India’s FPO ecosystem is at a critical growth stage, requiring stronger market access and investment support
Tribal regions like Araku hold untapped potential for high-value agriculture and exports
There is a growing gap between production and structured market linkages
Policy support exists—but ecosystem convergence is needed

This summit acts as a catalyst to: