Backward and Forward Linkages Scheme

Strengthening Supply Chains for Food Processing Units

The Backward and Forward Linkages Scheme, under the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), provides financial assistance to food processing units for establishing strong connectivity with farmers (backward linkages) and markets (forward linkages). This ensures smoother raw material sourcing and better market access for processed products.

At SS Industrial Consultancy, we help businesses plan and execute linkage projects, prepare funding applications, and meet compliance requirements for subsidy approvals.

Objective:

To enable efficient and integrated food value chains by promoting backward integration with farmers and forward integration with distribution networks.

Eligible Activities:

  • Setting up farm-level infrastructure (collection centers, pre-cooling, sorting, grading)

  • Transportation, storage, and cold chain systems

  • Packaging, labeling, barcoding, and traceability solutions

  • Creating tie-ups with retailers, distributors, and exporters

  • ICT-based supply chain management tools

Financial Assistance:

  • Grant up to ₹5 crore per project

  • 35% of eligible cost in general areas

  • 50% in North Eastern and Himalayan states

  • Support provided for capital investment in post-harvest infrastructure and marketing linkages

Eligible Applicants:

  • Food processing units

  • Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs)

  • Cooperatives and SHGs

  • Private companies

  • State Government agencies

  • Non-profit organizations involved in agro value chains

Benefits of the Scheme:

  • Steady and quality raw material supply

  • Enhanced shelf life and reduced post-harvest loss

  • Better price realization for farmers

  • Improved market access for processed goods

  • Boosts efficiency and traceability in the supply chain

SS Industrial Consultancy Services:

  • Project conceptualization and feasibility study

  • Detailed Project Report (DPR) preparation

  • Identification of linkage partners (farmers, markets)

  • Grant application preparation and submission

  • End-to-end project execution support

  • Monitoring and liaison with MoFPI and financial institutions

Contact Us

Email: info@ssconsultancy.net
Phone: +91 92468 22006