Add value to agricultural produce
Reduce post-harvest losses
Create employment opportunities
All of the above
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The correct answer is: d) All of the above.
Developing food processing industries in Assam can help to:
- Add value to agricultural produce. Food processing can help to increase the value of agricultural produce by converting it into products that are more convenient and/or have a longer shelf life. This can be done through activities such as canning, freezing, drying, and packaging.
- Reduce post-harvest losses. Post-harvest losses occur when agricultural produce is lost or damaged between the time it is harvested and the time it is consumed. Food processing can help to reduce these losses by extending the shelf life of produce and by making it easier to transport and store.
- Create employment opportunities. The development of food processing industries can create jobs in a number of different areas, including agriculture, processing, packaging, distribution, and retail.
In addition to these benefits, developing food processing industries can also help to improve food security, reduce poverty, and promote rural development.