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Infrastructure & Industry

Agriculture & Plantation

Agriculture has been the foundation of India's economy, employing a significant portion of the population and contributing substantially to GDP. Today, the sector is evolving rapidly with the rise of agribusinesses, food processing, warehousing, logistics, and agri-tech innovations, along with an increasing focus on exports and sustainable farming practices.

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Agriculture & Plantation

In addition to traditional agriculture and plantation operations, the sector now includes emerging areas such as medicinal cannabis cultivation, which, although tightly regulated, presents opportunities under controlled frameworks. Our Agriculture & Plantation Practice provides comprehensive support to farmers, cooperatives, agribusinesses, FPOs, investors, plantation operators, and food processing companies — helping them manage compliance, structure businesses, and explore global opportunities.

Our Team and Approach

We advise clients across the agricultural value chain, from farm to export hub. Our team combines expertise in land laws, food processing, contract farming, warehousing, and regulatory frameworks with sector-specific advisory in medicinal cannabis, biotechnology, and sustainable agriculture.

Applicable Laws & Regulatory Framework

Regulation of storage, pricing, and supply.

Warehousing receipts and logistics.

For food processing and agri-produce.

Governing agricultural land ownership, leasing, and use.

Environmental compliance in large-scale plantations.

Cross-border investment in agri-processing and plantations.

Regulation of cannabis cultivation for medicinal and scientific purposes.

Licensing and pilot projects in states such as Uttarakhand, Madhya Pradesh, and Himachal Pradesh.

Regulatory & Statutory Authorities

Warehousing receipts and compliance.

Food processing compliance.

Licensing and approvals for medicinal cannabis under the NDPS Act.

Export-related compliance.

Environmental approvals for processing and warehousing units.

Licensing & Approvals

  • •Land acquisition and leasing approvals for agriculture and plantations
  • •Contract farming agreements and registrations under state laws
  • •WDRA accreditation for warehouses
  • •FSSAI licenses for food processing units
  • •Import/export registrations under DGFT for agri-trade
  • •Licensing for medicinal cannabis cultivation under the NDPS Act and relevant state policies
  • •Environmental clearances for agri-processing and plantation projects

Frequently Asked Questions

We start with a scoping consultation to understand your business model, current regulatory posture, and immediate priorities — then propose a tailored engagement rather than a one-size-fits-all package.

Yes. Our clients range from early-stage startups navigating their first licensing requirements through to established operators and multinational investors. We scale our advisory to the client's stage and scale.

Yes, representation before Warehousing Development & Regulatory Authority (WDRA) and other applicable regulators is part of our practice in this sector, alongside the advisory and transactional work outlined above.

Yes — our sector teams combine regulatory advisory with litigation and dispute resolution capability, so clients have continuity of counsel if a compliance matter escalates into a contentious one.

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