The value of India ready-to-mix food market is projected to increase from US$ 440.1 million in 2023 to US$ 1,749.7 million by 2033, with demand anticipated to grow at a robust CAGR of 14.8% over the next decade.
Ready-to-eat (RTE) food items are witnessing significant demand in India as consumers seek to maximize their snacking-on-the-go experiences. This has led to a surge in the need for ready-to-cook foods that offer the perfect balance of taste and nutrition. Consumers are increasingly trusting brands that prioritize better-for-you ingredients and deliver uncompromised quality and flavor. Accessibility also plays a key role, with conveniently available products enjoying higher adoption rates.
One trending ingredient in the better-for-you category is finger millet grains. Scientists at CFTRI are working to increase its use, particularly in ready-to-mix food products, due to its rich nutritional profile. Finger millet is packed with essential nutrients, including dietary fiber, vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals, all of which offer numerous health benefits.
In an interesting turn of events, the niche snack innovations and categories in India can now be seen as being highly consumed in the smaller pockets of the country. Social media is a key contributor to this development, which has significantly coaxed consumers to experiment with snacking options. However, the role of e-commerce and quick commerce in the robust growth and penetration of ready-to-eat foods is quite prominent.
“A key enabler that is blurring the urban-rural divide in the context of ready-to-mix foods is its packaging. Consumers in rural areas are gravitated toward products with small, eye-candy, and bite-sized packets, that fit their pockets. The smaller formats are easier-to-purchase, offer better portion control, and encourage social sharing, and on-the-go-consumption. With invigorated distribution systems and quick commerce, this market can be substantially exploited,” says an FMI analyst.
Key Takeaways from the India Ready-to-mix Food Market Report
- The India Ready-to-mix food amassed a market size of US$ 392.9 million in 2022.
- The snack mix application segment accounts for a market share of 5% in 2023.
- The modern trade segment holds a share of 3% of the market by distribution channel over the forecast period.
Unraveling the Competitive Scene in the India Ready-to-mix Food Market
Key players are bringing innovation in their ready-to-cook offerings, to elevate the taste, ease, safety, and mood of consumers. Moreover, to bring interesting eating experiences to the consumers’ palate, players are exploring global and regional flavors, textures, and tastes.
New mergers and acquisitions, collaborations, and investments will be seen in the upcoming decade. Additionally, enhancements in the packaging and pricing of the food items are expected to positively influence the market. In this regard, easy-to-access and easier-to-buy smaller units of ready-to-mix foods are expected to be a key trend in the India market.
Key Players in the India Ready-to-mix Food Market
- Mavalli Tiffin Room (MTR)
- GITS food products Pvt Ltd
- Indian Tobacco Company (ITC)
- Kohinoor Foods and Priya Foods
- Others
Recent Developments in the India Ready-to-mix Food Market
- In July 2023, as emphasis turns to millets in light of the International Year of Millets-2023, the CFTRI launched eight new products composed of millets. Some of the products that were launched consist of little millet puttu podi, finger millet semolina, ragi-based RTE malted weaning food, and instant finger millet khichdi dal.
- In November 2021, ITC unveiled ready-to-cook and ready-to-mix breakfast staples under the household brand “Aashirvaad”. The breakfast staples include suji, rawa, and vermicelli. In the future, the company will also be introducing poha, dalia, and millet cereals. Some of these categories have significant scope and the bandwidth to produce good margins.
Market Segmentation
By Application:
- Snack Mix
- Desert Mix
- Curry Making Enablers
By Distribution Channel:
- Modern Trade
- Kirana Shops
- Online Retailers
- Other Distribution Channels
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