Inside India’s Largest Potato Flake Processing Plant: HyFun Foods’ New State-of-the-Art Flake Line

In December 2025, HyFun Foods celebrated a decade of transformative growth. Over the past 10 years, the Gujarat-based manufacturer of frozen potato snacks has successfully transitioned from a regional enterprise into a recognized name within the global potato processing industry.

For the last few years, potato flakes have been a big part of the company’s portfolio, quietly powering food solutions across international markets that demand consistency, scalability, and uncompromising quality.

During the Global Potato Summit, the PotatoPro team had the opportunity to meet with HyFun Foods and as part of a broader Gujarat visit, step inside their potato flake processing facility to understand how these developments are taking shape on the ground in India.

The 2024 Tripartite Alliance

A pivotal moment in this journey occurred at the 2024 Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, where HyFun Foods signed a significant tripartite agreement with Kiremko (Netherlands) and Rabobank Netherlands. This collaboration wasn’t solely about building a flake line, but it also envisioned sustainable employment opportunities in the region and deeper agricultural cooperation.

This vision culminated in bringing a state-of-the-art line to commercial operation in just one year. Boasting an annual capacity of 18,000 metric ton, the facility emerges as a key contributor to India’s total potato flake production output—positioning HyFun Foods as a high-volume leader ready to meet surging global demand.

PotatoPro Visits

The PotatoPro team during an on-site visit to HyFun Foods’ flake plant, observing operations and quality-focused processes during the Global Potato Summit Gujarat visit.

To gain a clearer understanding of on-ground developments, the PotatoPro team visited HyFun Foods’ newest potato flake facility as part of our Gujarat visit and to highlight insights relevant to the broader potato processing industry.

Situated in Mehsana, Gujarat, this flake factory has an annual production capacity of 18,000 metric tonnes. At the heart of the new facility is cutting-edge European process technology, carefully selected to enhance flake quality at every stage.

Key factors include:

• Kiremko Stainless Steel Drum Technology In this drum drying technology mashed potato is applied to a hot drum, dried into a sheet, and then broken into flakes. This helps in superior drying performance and uniform flake structure
• Latest-generation Siemens automation, enabling end-to-end control, real-time monitoring, and process optimization
• Enhanced consistency in colour, texture, solubility, and flavour: critical parameters for industrial and foodservice applications
• Customized Raw Materials: Potato varieties are selected based on specific client requirements for starch content and solids, ensuring the final flakes meet precise industrial standards.

Close-up of drum drying in action, where mashed potato is transformed into uniform sheets before being milled into high-quality potato flakes.

With these and other technologies, HyFun Foods has placed strong emphasis on automation across every stage of the flake line. This high level of automation not only improves product quality but also ensures repeatability as operations grow, an essential requirement for global customers.

Unlocking New Global Markets

The commissioning of the new flake line has already translated into tangible market expansion. Since the start of operations at this unit, HyFun Foods has been catering to South-east Asia and LatAm.

More recently, the company has successfully unlocked additional international destinations, including Far East. Each of these markets comes with stringent quality, safety, and compliance expectations. The new line’s advanced process controls and consistent output have enabled HyFun Foods to meet these requirements with confidence.

Designed for Customers Who Value Quality as they Grow

Interior view of HyFun Foods’ potato flake processing line, showcasing advanced stainless-steel equipment designed for high-capacity, automated production.

The upgraded flake line has been engineered with customer outcomes in mind. Improved flake quality, higher process stability, and scalable volumes allow HyFun Foods to support a wide range of applications from snacks and bakeries to ready meals and foodservice solutions.

For customers seeking a reliable partner with deep category expertise, modern infrastructure, and the ability to grow alongside their business, this facility represents a strong value proposition.

With this new flake line, HyFun Foods reinforces its position as a serious global player in potato-based ingredients. Backed by years of experience, world-class technology, and a clear focus on quality, the company is well-positioned to serve existing partners better while welcoming new collaborations across markets.

As demand for high-quality potato flakes surges worldwide, HyFun Foods stands ready with unmatched capacity, precision, and purpose.