Prime Fresh Limited has been designated as the Implementing Agency for the Nashik Peri-Urban Vegetable Cluster under the Cluster Development Programme (CDP) of the National Horticulture Board (NHB), Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India.
Event Details
Honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi officially commenced the on-ground activities of 12 approved horticulture clusters across the country from Banaskantha, Gujarat on October 30, 2026. The nationwide initiative spans approximately 1.46 lakh hectares collectively and is expected to benefit over 1.3 lakh farmers.
Project Specifics
The Nashik Cluster Development Programme entails an indicative total project investment of approximately ₹124 crore. The project will execute agricultural interventions across approximately 10,000 hectares, targeting training and skill development for around 11,000 farmers.
Infrastructure Development
The project aims to build a robust farm-to-market ecosystem with key infrastructure including:
- 2 collection and aggregation centers
- 1 integrated packhouse
- 6,000 MT of cold-storage capacity
- 3,000 MT of frozen-storage capacity
- 14 farm-gate packhouses
- 10 refrigerated vehicles
- Processing facilities for vegetable freezing, dehydration, and value addition
- Agri-tech solutions including quality control systems, digital traceability, and farm-management technology
Timeline and Approvals
The company submitted Two Detailed Project Reports and Business Plans with NHB on August 19, 2025. Received in-principle approval from NHB on September 13, 2026. Signed Grant Agreement with National Horticulture Board on October 15, 2026.
Management Commentary
Mr. Hiren Ghelani, Director of Prime Fresh Limited, stated: "The launch of the Cluster Development Programme by Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi is a monumental step toward strengthening India's agricultural ecosystem. Entrusting us with the Nashik cluster is a crucial milestone for Prime Fresh. By introducing modern technologies, robust cold-chain networks, and direct market linkages, our core objective is to enhance farmer incomes, reduce crop wastage, and make Indian agriculture globally competitive."