ITC is entering into the fruits, vegetables and other perishables segment as part of its drive to build an agri-based industry for the future. The Kolkata-headquartered firm is also looking to invest in farming of aromatic and medicinal plants. The company has started working on creating the infrastructure for it and is investing in its supply chain.
ITC has business a interests in cigarettes, hotels, paperboards and specialty papers, packaging, agri-business, packaged foods and confectionery, information technology, branded apparel, personal care, stationery, safety matches and other FMCG products.