Vol. 7, Issue 1, Part M (2025)

The agricultural sector operates under an intrinsic atmosphere of uncertainty, where climatic variability, biological threats, market fluctuations, and infrastructure deficits combine to threaten production efficiency and food security. Within this context, red chilli (Capsicum annuum), a high-value horticultural commodity, faces a wide spectrum of risks along its supply chain. This paper presents an integrated risk management framework tailored for red chilli production in India, drawing from empirical insights, institutional reports, and systems-based theoretical models. It analyzes the unique vulnerabilities in each stage—production, post-harvest handling, storage, logistics, and marketing—while proposing adaptive strategies that leverage technological, institutional, and cooperative mechanisms. A hybrid approach combining climate-smart practices, integrated pest and disease control, financial instruments, and digital traceability is suggested as a model to enhance supply chain resilience. The study concludes that a multi-stakeholder, anticipatory model of risk governance is imperative to safeguard economic sustainability and competitiveness in red chilli agriculture.