Opportunities in India: Products and Commodities

Agenda:

10:00 – 10:15 am: Processed Food Products & Agro Commodities Mr. Anil Chandhok, Director, Chenab Impex 

Chenab Impex Pvt. Ltd. is a pioneer in India in importing gourmet foods and beverages. They commenced imports of fine foods in 2002. They import a wide range of products, including Olive oils, Olives, Vinegar, Tomato Products, Pasta, Couscous, Polenta, Cereals & Muesli, Mustards, Paprika, Peppers, Mushrooms, Crackers, Cheese, Biscuits, Jams, Honey, Canned Fish, Wine etc. Their sales network is spread across India, and their customers include luxury hotels, fine restaurants, modern retail, gourmet stores, and online retail. The presentation will start with an overview of India's processed and packaged market for domestic and imported foods. It will also focus on important sectors like Bakery, Biscuits & Confectionery, Alcoholic & Non-Alcoholic Beverages, Meat, Fish & Poultry, Sauces & Pastes, Syrups & Sweeteners and Food Ingredients. The presentation will also summarize the U.S. prospects in these categories and mention the challenges and opportunities in the Indian market

10:15 – 10:30 am: Processed Food Products & Agro Commodities Mr. Yash Gawdi, CEO & Co-Founder, Candor Foods 

Candor Foods is a food company that specializes in dry fruits, nuts, dates, and processed foods. They are one of India's largest private label manufacturers, working with some of the country's biggest retail companies. They also offer contract manufacturing and packaging services, including sample development, laboratory testing, and packaging formats. Candor Foods also has a chain of health stores in Mumbai, Pune, and Delhi. They currently import over 35 products from more than 15 countries. They are the largest importer of King Solomon Medjoul dates in India. The session will kick-start with an overview of India's processed and packaged market for domestic and imported foods. It will also focus on important sectors like Snacks & Breakfast Cereals,Dry Fruits & Nuts, Health & Specialty Foods, and Food Ingredients. The presentation will also summarize the U.S. prospects in these categories and mention the challenges and opportunities in the Indian market.

10:30 – 10:45 am: Processed Food Products & Agro Commodities Mr. Sourabh Bhasin, Director, Mega Grain Trading Co. Ltd. 

Mega Grain Trading Co. Pvt. Ltd. is a rich, experienced, and professional group in the physical trading of agricultural commodities, carrying a legacy of 36 years in pulses, cereals, grains, rice, edible oils, dry fruits, sugar, etc. They also deal in other products like dry fruits, coffee, and fresh fruits. This session will begin with an overview of India's processed and packaged market for domestic and imported foods. It will also focus on important sectors like Cereals, Grains & Pulses, Edible Oil & Vinegar, and Feed Stock. The presentation will also summarize the U.S. prospects in these categories and mention the challenges and opportunities in the Indian market.

10:45 - 11am: Q&A