Himachal Pradesh made a strong impression at the 4th edition of World Food India 2025, held from September 25 to 28 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Organized by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, the event brought together over 1,700 exhibitors and international delegates from more than 100 countries.
The state’s Department of Horticulture led the Himachal Pavilion, showcasing a diverse range of fresh and value-added horticultural products. Highlights included apples, kiwi, dragon fruit, mushrooms, and unique items like Seabuckthorn Shots, Guchhi Tea, Red Rice Tea, artisanal honey, bee-wax candles, lemongrass oil, and cordyceps cultivation.
The delegation, headed by Director of Horticulture Vinay Singh, included senior officials and progressive farmers focused on modernizing Himachal’s horticulture sector. The aim was to combine tradition with innovation, enabling farmers to access high-value markets while maintaining quality and sustainability.
The event provided a platform for key business interactions. Backed by APEDA, the state delegation held B2B meetings with international buyers, including Roycr Foods (Canada), Lulu Group, and Healthy Food Mart (Cambodia), exploring opportunities for global exports.
The initiative also focused on aligning Himachal’s produce with international branding, packaging, and food safety standards. Plans are underway to enhance cold storage and controlled atmosphere infrastructure, strengthen farmer-producer organizations, and improve market linkages.
Himachal’s participation highlighted its growing role as a hub of high-quality horticulture, innovation, and agro-entrepreneurship on the global stage.
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