The leadership change comes after recent factory expansion, a major acquisition, and continued investment in the company’s operations.
The new packaging links McVitie’s Digestives with British wheat while pladis continues to grow its regenerative farming programme.
The new tender comes after the country made no purchase in its last wheat buying round and continues efforts to secure grain supplies.
The 2026 finalists reflect steady farm growth as more developing grain producers move closer to commercial production.
Lower oilseed production and rising import reliance are raising fresh concerns about India’s food supply and prices.