TRIFED Procurement of MFP

Key Highlights:

• The Ministry of Tribal Affairs implements the Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PMJVM) scheme through TRIFED.
• TRIFED generates livelihoods for tribal communities by marketing their products, including handicrafts, handlooms, and natural/food items.
• Tribal products are sold through a retail network of Tribes India Outlets, exhibitions, and e-commerce platforms.
• As of July 2, 2026, TRIFED held an unsold inventory valued at ₹5,944.57 lakh.
• Over 50% of this unsold inventory (₹2,973.85 lakh) was more than three years old.
• Interventions include value addition, processing, packaging, and branding of Minor Forest Produce (MFP).

Detailed Insights:

• The PMJVM scheme aims to empower tribal beneficiaries across the country by creating sustainable livelihood opportunities.
• TRIFED's core activities involve identifying and empanelling tribal artisans and procuring their diverse range of products.
• The marketing efforts are designed to provide market access and ensure fair price realization for tribal produce.
• The significant proportion of old unsold inventory highlights potential challenges in demand generation or inventory management for TRIFED.
• Value addition and marketing support for MFP are crucial strategies to strengthen market linkages and prevent distress sales by tribal gatherers.
• These initiatives contribute to improving the economic well-being and self-reliance of tribal communities.

Key Concepts Involved:

• Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PMJVM): A scheme focused on generating livelihoods for tribal beneficiaries through the marketing of tribal products.
• Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India Limited (TRIFED): A national-level apex organization under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs promoting tribal products and livelihoods.
• Minor Forest Produce (MFP): Non-timber forest products collected by tribal communities, vital for their subsistence and income.
• Tribes India Outlets: A retail chain operated by TRIFED for selling authentic tribal products.