5th National FPO Conclave in Hyderabad by Samunnati and NABARD
Why in the news
Samunnati, together with NABARD, hosted the fifth edition of the National FPO Conclave in September 2025. Policymakers, industry leaders and farmer collectives gathered to discuss how to strengthen the FPO movement.
Key facts
- Venue: Hyderabad International Convention Centre.
- Theme: “Partnerships for Sustainability towards a Future-Ready FPO Ecosystem”.
- Report launched: ACCESS SAP Report on Social Procurement, on responsible buying practices that bring smallholders into mainstream markets and encourage rural entrepreneurship.
| Panel topic | Main point |
|---|---|
| Inclusive digital advisory services | Farmer-friendly technology improving access to knowledge, finance and markets |
| Policy-finance linkages for sustainable horticulture | Matching policy with financing for innovation and investment |
| Perspectives on agri marketing | Journey from local haats to global value chains |
Exam angle
- Organisers: Samunnati with NABARD; edition: 5th.
- City: Hyderabad.
- Report: ACCESS SAP Report on Social Procurement.
- Keep the theme’s keywords in mind: partnerships, sustainability, future-ready FPOs.