Hyderabad, August 08, 2024……A Seminar on Food Processing & Packaging and Global Trends with increasing demand for Indian F & B products was held at FTCCI in Red Hills on Wednesday. It was organised by the Trade Promotion Council of India (TPCI), New Delhi and India Exposition Mart Limited (IEML), Greater Noida. And was supported by the Telangana Food Processing Society (TGFPS); the Federation of Telangana Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FTCCI) and the Dalit Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DICCI)

Mr. Akhil Gawar, Director Telangana Food Processing Society (TGFPS) was the chief guest. Speaking on the occasion he said the focus area of the Government of Telangana was Food Processing, everyone knows how to produce, but, they find it difficult to scale it up. So, our focus is on helping companies to scale up their operations. We will help them in building technology, building a business model, Branding, Marketing, Distribution, Cold Chain Development and many other areas

We also focus on helping farmers to improve their incomes and women’s empowerment. MSME is another focus area. Food Processing is the biggest sub-segment of the MSME. Consumer health, and safety are our other areas of focus, he added.

Mr. Suresh Kumar Singhal who graced as a special guest said the Indian food processing industry stands at a pivotal juncture. The government’s recent budget announcements have underscored its commitment to supporting the growth and development of this vital sector.

Mr Devansh Trivedi, Director Shanti Boilers & Pressure Vessels Pvt. Ltd spoke on Sustainability in Food Processing & Packaging. Mr Trivedi discussed the critical role of sustainability in food production, shared best practices, and highlighted innovative approaches to ensure long-term food security

The Keynote Address was delivered by Mr Rupesh Patel, Co-founder- Healthy Honest Foods Pvt. Ltd. He spoke on Global Demand Trends and increasing Demand for Indian F&B Products

Mr. Patel provided insights into the growing global demand for Indian food products, explored market trends, and identified opportunities for Indian businesses in the international arena.

Frozen Samosas, Frozen Vegetarian Biryani, and Frozen Indian curries are a few food products hugely popular in other countries where India’s diaspora lives. A lot of Indian companies that are exporting ready-to-eat food are exporting in frozen form. This trend is witnessing a huge demand in sales abroad, he added. Not just Indians, but many foreigners are looking forward to this kind of food and has huge demand, he shared.

Indian Samosa has been turned into a billion-dollar global snack, he added. Indian curries in the frozen form are also in huge demand wherever Indians and students are living. After the pandemic Indian food is more accessible globally, he said.

Full moon ghee is also gaining a lot of demand abroad. Making ghee during the Full Moon is considered auspicious due to this powerful forward-moving energy of the Moon added Tamal Chatterjee, Chief Growth Officer SID’s Farm. The practice of making bilona ghee under the Purnima moon dates to Vedic times. Full moon ghee is prized as a potent ojas-building and healing elixir. It is used as a medicinal ghee to promote balance in the body and soul, he added.

The Seminar was organised as part of the roadshow in the backdrop of the “Indus Food Manufacturing” exhibition to be held from 09 to 11 January 2025 in Yashobhoomi, IICC New Delhi. This event is poised to showcase cutting-edge innovations, technologies, and trends in the food and beverage industry.

Core Objectives of the road show, seminar and Indus Food Manufacturing expo were to promote Sustainable Food Production and Raise awareness about the importance of sustainability in food production. And showcase best practices and innovative solutions for sustainable food production.

The second objective was to highlight the Global Demand for Indian F&B Products discuss the increasing global demand for Indian food products and Identify opportunities for Indian F&B businesses in the international market. Another objective was Networking and Collaboration among industry professionals and technology providers and encourage collaboration and partnerships to drive innovation and growth.

The delegation also showcased the upcoming shows “Indusfood 2025” and “Indusfood Manufacturing 2025”:

The Hyderabad roadshow on “Sustainable Food Production and Global Demand for Indian F&B Products” brought together industry leaders, technology providers, and sustainability advocates, the event aims to foster discussions, promote best practices, and identify new opportunities for growth and collaboration.