Cargill Animal Nutrition and Health has officially opened a new dairy feed manufacturing facility in Wazirabad, Punjab. Representing an investment of ₹300 crore, the 15-acre site is now the company's largest dairy feed plant in South Asia. The expansion is designed to scale commercial feed solutions for the region and marks a significant step in supporting the Indian government’s 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative for agricultural self-reliance.
Expanding Production Capacity in South Asia
The Wazirabad facility is Cargill’s second plant in the state of Punjab, following its existing operations in Bhatinda. The new highly automated site boasts an annual production capacity of 400,000 metric tons.
Products manufactured at this location will be distributed under Cargill’s established global brands, Provimi and Purina. The output will cater to multiple segments across the dairy supply chain, including independent dairy farmers, commercial producers, and regional feed mills. Operations at the new plant are expected to generate over 1,000 direct and indirect jobs within the local community.
Strategic Positioning for the Indian Dairy Market
The plant’s location in Punjab strategically positions Cargill within one of North India’s most concentrated and productive dairy belts. India currently stands as the world’s largest milk producer, accounting for more than 25 percent of global output. Dairy is the country's largest agricultural product, contributing 5 percent to the national economy and directly employing over 80 million farmers.
By bringing manufacturing closer to these core farming communities, Cargill aims to address the rising regional demand for commercial dairy nutrition. The facility will utilise advanced manufacturing technologies to produce a diverse range of feed formulated for both young animals and milking cows.
Supply Chain and Economic Impact
A primary operational focus for the Wazirabad plant is the consistent distribution of safe, low-toxin feed that complies with Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) guidelines.
Ravinder Balain, President of Cargill India and Senior Managing Director of Cargill Animal Nutrition and Health in India, stated that localised access to high-quality feed will enhance supply reliability. He noted that improved feed access is critical for dairy producers looking to increase milk yields, improve herd health, and ultimately drive farm profitability.
The inauguration event was attended by Sanjeev Arora, Minister of Industries and Commerce for Punjab, alongside Cargill leadership. Arora highlighted that the investment strengthens the state’s industrial ecosystem and reinforces Punjab's position as a primary destination for agricultural and food sector investments.
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