Big leap for Punjab’s dairy & agro economy as Bhagwant Mann Govt brings Cargill’s South Asia’s largest ₹300 crore cattle feed plant into operation
New Cargill unit to boost farmers’ income, enhance milk yield & dairy productivity in Punjab: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann
Ahead of Progressive Punjab Investors’ Summit 2026, this stands as major achievement of our Govt in industrial sector; We remain committed to rebuilding ‘Rangla Punjab’: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann
Rising investor confidence places Punjab among top destinations for agri & food processing investments: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann
CHANDIGARH, 28th February 2026 (WISHAVWARTA):- In a major stride for Punjab’s dairy and agro economy, the Bhagwant Mann Government has brought into operation Cargill’s ₹300 crore cattle feed plant at Industrial Park, Wazirabad in Mandi Gobindgarh, the largest of its kind in South Asia. The commissioning of this mega facility marks a significant industrial achievement ahead of the Progressive Punjab Investors’ Summit 2026 and reflects the growing faith of global investors in Punjab.
The state-of-the-art plant strengthens Punjab’s agro-industrial ecosystem, generates employment, and delivers direct benefits to farmers through improved milk yield and higher dairy productivity. The project underscores the Punjab Government’s firm resolve to accelerate industrial growth, deepen agri-processing capacity and rebuild a vibrant ‘Rangla Punjab’ through sustained investment and policy-driven development.
On this occasion, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “Set up with an investment worth ₹300 crore, this plant reaffirms the Punjab Government’s firm commitment to industrial growth and investor facilitation. The state-of-the-art plant of Cargill Private Limited has started its operations at the Industrial Park, Wazirabad in Mandi Gobindgarh. Punjab is witnessing substantial industrial investments through the Invest Punjab initiative, and these investments are generating employment opportunities for the youth and accelerating Punjab’s overall economic development.”
The Chief Minister further stated that the growing investor confidence clearly reflects that Punjab is emerging as a preferred destination for investments, particularly in the agriculture and food processing sectors. “The Punjab Government is fully committed to providing every possible support and ensuring a business-friendly ecosystem through progressive policies and a peaceful industrial environment,” he said.
Highlighting the scale of the project, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “Spread over 15 acres, the Cargill plant has an annual production capacity of 4.5 lakh metric tonnes and is the largest cattle feed plant in South Asia.”
The Chief Minister added that after Bathinda, this marks Cargill’s second major unit in Punjab, further strengthening the agro-industrial value chain of Punjab. “The project will offer direct benefits to farmers by ensuring the local availability of high-quality cattle feed, thereby improving milk yield, quality and farmers’ income. The scientifically developed feed will enhance animal health and productivity, helping Punjab’s dairy sector scale new heights,” he said.
Sharing a video clip on X, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated: “The South Asia’s largest animal feed plant of Cargill, built at a cost of ₹300 crore, has been inaugurated at Wazirabad (Mandi Gobindgarh). This major project will boost the income of our dairy farmers and create hundreds of new employment opportunities for the youth of Punjab. Ahead of the Progressive Punjab Investors’ Summit 2026, this stands as a significant achievement of our government in the industrial sector. We remain fully committed to rebuilding a ‘Rangla Punjab’.”
