AIZAWL, Oct 15: Mizoram Food & Allied Industries Corporation (MIFCO) Ltd. on Thursday launched three new canned products made from locally sourced agricultural produce for commercial sale, aiming to promote local farmers and strengthen the state’s food processing industry.
The newly launched products are pineapple (Lakhuihthei), bamboo shoot (Rawtuai) and Baibing. The launch programme was held at the I&PR Auditorium in Treasury Square, Aizawl.
Dr. KC Lalmalsawmzauva, Adviser to the Chief Minister for Implementation of the Handholding Scheme, attended the event as the chief guest. The programme was chaired by MIFCO Ltd. Chairman Lalthazuala Rawite and attended by board members, senior officials, representatives of various organisations and corporation employees.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Lalmalsawmzauva said MIFCO had been successfully revitalised after remaining stagnant for a long period. He described the introduction of the three products, sourced directly from local farmers, as an important achievement reflecting the dedication of the corporation’s leadership and employees.
He emphasised the need for a clear division of responsibilities between farmers and food processors to improve productivity and profitability. He also Emphasized the importance of attractive and professional packaging to help Mizoram’s processed food products reach wider commercial markets.
The Adviser stressed that establishing a reliable market with fair prices was essential for sustainable agricultural development. He encouraged farmers to adopt organic and chemical-free farming practices and called for greater awareness of sustainable cultivation methods to protect the state’s natural resources.
He added that long-term cultivation on fixed agricultural land would make it easier for the government to develop essential infrastructure, including road connectivity and irrigation facilities.
Dr. Lalmalsawmzauva also announced that the government was preparing to continue procuring five selected crops under its flagship Handholding Scheme, also known as the Bana Kaih Scheme.
Presenting the technical report, MIFCO Ltd. General Manager H. Lalrochama said the corporation’s Chhingchhip processing centre had remained unable to manufacture canned products for 15 years. Under the Handholding Scheme, ₹24 lakh was utilised to repair and upgrade machinery at the facility.
Following the renovation, the centre successfully produced 10,279 cans of pineapple, bamboo shoot and Baibing products in 2026, marking a significant step towards reviving its food processing operations.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by MIFCO Ltd. Managing Director Pu Lalnunvula.