India’s Food Processing Sector Set to Hit USD 535 Bn by 2026

“While industries such as textiles or jewels and jewels may face external pressures, the food sector remains flexible, and is supported by strong demand for staples and innovative processed foods in India and abroad” Nilesh leleChamber President for the progress of small and medium -sized enterprises FI India and Propak India Trade Fairs It was organized by the Informa markets in the new Delhi.

Food Innovation and Packaging

Lele, while emphasizing the expectations of the sector’s expansion Dr Meenakshi SinghCSIR’s chief scientist’s technology management directorate, food components and packaging is critical to ensure safety and quality.

Supported by initiatives Production connected incentives (PLI) schemeThe sector has more participation in 350 participants from India and abroad at this year’s trade fair.

While Singh continues to increase innovations in the food materials and packaging of CSIR’s 37 RES Laboratory network. FSSAI requires solid safety checks to adapt. “In 2025, FSSAI’s emphasis on labeling, organic food standards and consumer awareness will further shape industrial practices,” he said.

Increased demand for organic foods

India Organic Food Marketalready valuable 1.9 billion dollars in 2024expected to grow 20.13 % Cagr with 10.8 billion dollars until 2033Singh recorded.

Accordingly Yogesh Mudras, MD, Informa Markets in IndiaThe food processing sector is undergoing a transformation with increasing health awareness, preference of plant -based diets and a change in eating habits. “The organic food market is foreseen to touch 75,000 Crore until 2025And we see rapid expansion between consumers, fruits, vegetables and plant -based offers ready to pay premiums for healthier options. ”