Potato News from Gujarat

HyFarm honoured Farmer Champions at its second Paathshala Convocation in Gujarat, India. The initiative has reached over 6,000 potato growers, reducing cultivation costs by 10–12 percent and irrigation water use by 30–35 percent.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Banas Dairy's expanded French fries plant at Sanadar, Banaskantha, Gujarat, raising capacity from 2 to 5 tonnes per hour with a ₹51.65 crore investment in India's potato processing.

Gopal Snacks’ Q1 FY27 profit surged 409% to INR 12.85 crore (USD 1.5M), while revenue rose 31% to INR 422 crore (USD 49.5M). Lower costs, distribution growth and pricing measures lifted EBITDA margin to 7.44%, aiding recovery.

The Netherlands will host a dedicated lounge at Global Potato Summit 2026 in Gujarat, India, on December 16–17, connecting Dutch companies with Indian partners to promote cooperation in seed potatoes, processing, storage, and innovation.

Potato exports from India reached USD 449.6 million across six categories in 2025. Global Potato Summit 2026, scheduled for December 16–17 in Gujarat, will focus on processing, international trade and new export opportunities.

McCain Foods has announced plans to acquire Falcon Agrifriz Foods' frozen potato processing business in Gujarat, India. The acquisition will expand its manufacturing capacity and its presence in India, and support local farmers and supply chains.

Foodera Technologies is expanding its presence in India with a new office in Ahmedabad's GIFT City, strengthening local service, spare parts, training and technical support while bringing together Kiremko and Tummers expertise.

Global Potato Summit 2026, 16–17 Dec in Gandhinagar, brings the global potato industry together for exhibition, conference, networking, awards and farm/factory visits, creating opportunities for business, technology, partnerships and new markets.

McCain Foods India has appointed Aditya Krishna as Managing Director, effective August 1, 2026. He will lead growth, strengthen grower partnerships and continue developing French Fries potato varieties suited to Indian conditions.

Global Potato Summit 2026 will bring the potato value chain together in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, on December 16–17, focusing on processing, technology, market linkages and investment opportunities in India potato industry.

HyFun Foods and Maersk have inaugurated one of India's largest cold storage facilities in Mehsana, Gujarat. The 260,000 sq. ft. facility with capacity for 14,700 pallet positions strengthens HyFun Foods' cold chain and frozen potato logistics.

HyFun Foods has secured INR 1,500 crore (USD 173 million) from Davidson Kempner through a structured credit transaction. The funding will support expansion plans and strengthen the Indian frozen potato processor's balance sheet.

HyFun Foods partnered with Adani Logistics Ltd and EVERGREEN LINE to launch a reefer rail export network from ICD Virochannagar to Mundra Port, strengthening India’s cold chain and frozen exports.

Advent will invest USD 150 million in Gujarat-based Iscon Balaji Foods through a USD 215 million Series A round, supporting expansion of its frozen potato products business across Asia, the Middle East, Australia and other global markets ahead.

HyFarm partners with Sri BioAesthetics Pvt. Ltd. to deploy microbiome-driven soil immunity, reducing diseases and improving potato yield, seed quality, and processing consistency via SoilFirst™ trials in Gujarat and Punjab.

Farmton Foods Private Limited held a Vastu Havan and inauguration on 5 March 2026, marking the start of its food processing venture. Part of the Somnath Group, the company plans a frozen potato processing project in Gujarat for fries and hash browns.

Global Potato Summit 2026 (Dec 16–17, Gandhinagar) unites global potato stakeholders. Showcasing India’s rising production, exports, and processing strength, the event will drive innovation, partnerships, and industry growth.

HyFun Foods is investing USD 108 million in a new manufacturing facility in North Gujarat, expected to be ready by late 2026. This expansion will more than double its French fries capacity to 245,000 tonnes and potato specialties capacity to 40,000 tonnes.