APEDA (Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India has awarded Jain Irrigation Systems Limited (JISL) of Jalgaon, Maharashtra, India its prestigious Golden Award for impressive performance in export of Processed Fruits and Vegetables area, for 2009-2010.
At a ceremony held recently in New Delhi by APEDA to celebrate its 25 Years Silver Jubilee Celebrations & its Annual APEDA Export Awards for 2009-2010, Mr. Jyotiraditya Scindia, India's Minister of State for Commerce and Industry presented the award ,to Mr. Suvan Sharma of Jain Irrigation Systems Limited (also see the photograph).
Jain Irrigation, a pioneer in drip irrigation technology in India started its fruits and vegetable processing business 15 years ago with a small beginning in export market in the products, processes and markets that were primarily dominated by large producers from North America, South America and Europe. With Jain Irrigation's continued efforts in research and development of crop varieties for processing and its efforts in drip technology in India to help farmers improve productivity and water saving, today Jain Irrigation is well recognized name in the global market of processed fruits and vegetables.
In a statement issued by Mr. Sunil Deshpande, Sr Vice President Food Division of Jain Irrigation, he stated, "We at Jain are honoured by this recognition by the Government of India. What turned out to be a difficult venture in first 2-3 years of startup is today an important segment in company's overall business. Company is committed to its food processing business and we are very pleased to see ourselves as the leading exporter from India in Processed Fruit and Vegetable category."
Receiving the award, Mr. Suvan Sharma, Vice President, Food Division said, "This is our first Golden award in this category. Our company has been able to establish itself as a key supplier due to our product quality and good service in a challenging environment of fluctuating raw material prices, increasing input costs and protected markets. This award appreciates and recognizes our hard work. "
About APEDA:
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) was established by the Government of India under the APEDA Act passed by the Parliament in December, 1985. APEDA undertakes wide range of activities to promote exports of agri and processed food products exports. It is mandated with responsibility of export promotion of large range of processed foods products.
About Jain Irrigation Systems Limited:
Jain Irrigation is leading processor of fruits and vegetables. Company is also a pioneer in water creation, sourcing, storage structures, water distribution, and water conservation devices like micro-irrigation systems. Jain also develops high-tech agri-inputs for farm productivity increases like high quality planting materials, greenhouse cultivation, and improved cultivation practices such as ultra high-density plantations, sustainable agriculture, and agro-processing, providing end-to-end solutions to small holders. Company has manufacturing facilities in 10 different countries across the globe.
Jain Irrigation is a diversified Company with a market capitalization of Rs. 7,500 crores approx. Jain's product portfolio includes Irrigation Products, Piping Products, Plastic Sheets, Dehydrated Foods, Fruit Puree and Juice concentrates. Jain Irrigation has pioneered drip irrigation for small farmers in India and has a lion's share in India, which is one of the fastest growing micro irrigation markets. Jain has a growing presence in the renewable energy segment and is the largest player in applications of solar energy in agriculture and rural areas. Solar Pumps, Water heating systems and various PV appliances have made big inroads in the market. The company's focus will grow in this sector.
JISL has 22 manufacturing plants in 4 continents, 94 sales offices and 52 depots in 120 countries. 7068 components are manufactured at their own plants. They are the only integrated irrigation-solution provider in the world. They have a workforce of over 7,000 people. Out of these, more than 1,500 are engineers, agronomists and field officers, working closely with the farmers.
