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Haldiram: A Journey of Tradition and Success. Haldiram's is a renowned name in the Indian snack industry, Known for its wide range of traditional sweets, snacks, and ready-to-eat products. Founded in 1937 by Ganga Bishan Agarwal, popularly known as Haldiram Ji, in Bikaner, Rajasthan, The company has grown from a small shop to a global brand. 1. Early Days and Expansion Haldiram's began as a small retail sweets and namkeen shop. In the 1980s, the company expanded beyond Bikaner, establishing outlets in Kolkata and Nagpur. The Nagpur plant became a significant hub, leading to greater production capabilities and wider distribution. 2.Product Diversification Haldiram's product range includes traditional Indian snacks such as bhujia, namkeens, sweets, papads, and ready-to-eat meals. Their iconic products, like the Haldiram's Bhujia, have become household names in India and abroad. 3. Global Reach Haldiram's has successfully penetrated international markets, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and the Middle East. Export contributes significantly to the company's revenue. 4. Financial Growth and Success Haldiram's financial trajectory has been impressive: Revenue Growth: By 2020, the company's revenue was over INR 7,130 crores (approximately USD 950 million). - Profit Margins: Maintained through efficient manufacturing, effective supply chain management, and high product quality. - Market Share: Holds a significant share in the Indian savory snacks market, competing with major players like PepsiCo’s Lay's and Kurkure. 5. Strategic Initiatives - Innovation: New products and flavors - Branding and Marketing: Strong branding and advertising - Distribution Network: Robust national and international presence - Technology Integration: Modern manufacturing techniques and quality control. What do you think makes Haldiram’s stand out in the global snack market? Krishan Kumar Chutani LinkedIn LinkedIn News LinkedIn News India Haldiram Snacks Pvt.Ltd. Haldiram Foods International Ltd Haldiram's #haldiram #india

4. Did you know 🥭 The top 10 mango🥭 producing states in India are Uttar Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Bihar, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Maharashtra, and Jharkhand. Although mango is adapted to grow in all regions, Uttar Pradesh leads the way in mango production with a 23.4% share and the highest productivity. India is also a major supplier of fresh mangoes around the globe. Srinivaspur in the Kolar district of Karnataka, Nuzvid in Andhra Pradesh, and Krishnagiri in Tamil Nadu are named the mango cities in India.

"Are you an ice cream lover?" "Ice cream sales heat up as summer approaches! 🍦🔥" 🍦 Ice cream sales in Gujarat surged by 15% in February, signaling an early start to the summer frenzy. 🏭 Amul is investing Rs 1,000 crore to expand manufacturing capacity with new plants in Kutch, Surendranagar, Taloja, Pune, Ujjain, and Varanasi. 📈 Industry expects a 12-15% expansion in the ice cream market this summer. 💼 Experts predict a record-breaking summer season with increased in-house and out-of-home consumption. 🌞 Anticipated bumper growth in 2024-25 driven by rising rural demand and stable milk powder prices. 🌱 Rural demand on the rise, fueled by electrification and improved farmer incomes. 👍 Stable milk powder prices and no retail price increase forecasted for this season. "Have you treated yourself to your ice cream yet?" #IceCreamSales #AmulExpansion #MarketGrowth #SummerDemand #RuralGrowth #StablePrices Stay in the loop with Narender Kumar for the FMCG updates! Follow Narender Kumar Source: TOI

National FMCG Brands v/s Local FMCG Brands Which brand sells more? According to 68% of retailers, cold drinks of national FMCG brands sell more than local brands. As temperatures rise across India, both FMCG players and Indian kiranas are rushing to stock summer-centric products. This season, 67% of kiranas are stocking more cold drinks, and 68% indicate that national FMCG brands sell more than local ones. In Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Bihar, 75% of retailers indicate the sale of national brands is higher, with 60% of retailers in Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh agreeing. However, in Maharashtra, kirana owners say the sale of local brands is similar to that of national cold drinks like Pepsi, Coke, Thums Up, and Sprite. Among kids, Frooti tops the charts during summer months with 24% of retailers indicating its sales are higher than other brands, followed by Maaza 19%, Sprite 8%, Dew, and Sting at 6% each, Coke 5% Pepsi and Thums Up at 3% each, whereas Appy Fizz and Jeera Soda at 2% each. Kiranas are also stocking summer-centric products like dairy products such as ice creams and curd 16%, talcum powder 7%, as well as Glucose and Rasna 6%. Energy drinks are also an emerging category, popular in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra, and Jharkhand. Hope you find this post interesting! Follow me (Mohit Rajani) for more: #FMCG #SummerProducts #Kiranas #Retailers

Dear connects .... have a real case scenario & need yr opinion... which is ABC is an Indian Conglomerate diversified into different segments, of which FMCG – Food and Beverage is the case segment. You are working in this organization since last one and a half years and looking after upcountry market SALES of Bhopal. You are able to achieve your KRA by 90-95%. The problem is, out of the 10 KPIs, 3 are not met. These are: 1. Cookies biscuit (normal ; price is competitive & reasonable) 2. Cookies biscuit (chocolate filling ; price is competitive & reasonable)) 3. Besan (1200 Kgs per month ; price is higher by 20 rs from loose) The upcountry market is having 5 towns having population of 6-7 lacs, and the rest are smaller towns/blocks. Q. How will you plan to increase the sales and achieve your KPIs in this given scenario? PS: price reduction not advisable.

The Trip to Varanasi. Just last week. And I am wondering about the supply chains and the impact of inflation and the differential in pricing between Chandigarh and Benares. the Kiwi fruit was retailing for Rs 150/- a kg to Rs 160/- a kg at Benares. On rehris (carts) and it was lying there is a reasonable heap on three to four rehris. At Chandigarh I get them at Rs 45/- a piece or at Rs 250/- a kg to Rs 275/- a kg. Cucumbers, we buy them at Chandigarh at Rs 60/- a Kg but at Kashi it was Rs 35/- a kg, one said Rs 25/- a kg and one Rs 30/- a kg. What is the reason. I am thinking, I am located next to the State of HP and pay for apples of good quality Rs 250/- a kg but I find that at Benares they were selling similar apples at Rs 200/-a kg and they also said it was from HP. For that matter Kiwis are from HP or Uttarakhand. What gives. Last year Nalin Rai was buying apples at rates similar or slightly lower than Chandigarh a couple of thousand kilometres away in Bangalore. It could be imputed apples but even then it’s a puzzle. Logistics is one major aspect. In any case I don’t know as I could just get the prices. Oh yes, Pomegranates were also lower in prices at Benares and being sold on cycles with huge baskets strapped to the side of the bicycles. Maybe I ought to move to varied localities at Chandigarh to check but all said and done I think it does bear out the story going around that this is a city which sells food products at higher rates. That is something I think can be thought off and researched. I understand demand and income issues speific to each region but am trying to understand the margins here. Nepal is closer certainly to Benares, could be imported fruits. I understand demand and income issues and that farm gate prices cannot be linked as a benchmark for retail prices, the marketing yards have a role too, but it does indicate the margins at play. This also by the way applies to silk saris and cotton saris too. DKK

The year is 1969 – in the city of Bhopal – selling ice cream from a small shop named ‘Top n Town’ is not an ordinary man. And this is not an ordinary story! Founded by late Shree Balchand Kukreja in 1969, the present Top 'N Town is a multi-generational business that started as a single ice cream parlor. Behind it was a thought, once dreamed in the alleys of a country that was still rising from the fall of British rule. In an age where ice cream was only a street cart item, Top n Town pioneered the concept of exclusive ice cream parlors and focused on delivering quality products to its customers. As of today, Top N Town boasts a robust distribution network reaching an impressive 28,000 retail outlets and 300 distributors nationwide. Since the passing of Shree Balchand, the reins of the business are held by his five grandsons who further developed the business to what it is today. This group of five brothers was a combination of hard-work, determination and unity that made Top N Town touch the pinnacle of success. From upgrading manufacturing units to implementing sales force automation apps, they continue to evolve and adapt to changing market dynamics. Today, the Top 'N Town network has over 1,100 parlors across Central India, solidifying its position as a beloved brand in every household. It is not just an ice cream brand, it is a vision, a dream realized with hard work and the power of family. Top N Town has shaped generations as well as the taste buds of an entire nation for decades! What is your favorite Top N Town ice-cream? Comment down below! #topntown #indianbusiness #startupstories #indianfood #bhopal #business #icecream #hiddengems

When I joined my business, many people would ask me, "Where can I buy your product?" As a growing food brand, I still get this question and it's sometimes disheartening when our product isn't available in a certain city or the fastest delivery time to that pincode is 2-3 days. Building trade channels, especially offline is the most important part of any FMCG brand and here is what we are learning while building them for Pioneer Foods: → Build general trade even if it is slow and time-consuming. You don’t always have to start from Metro cities, given higher sales team costs and tougher terms of trade asks. Sometimes starting with the rapidly growing cities of Bharat (Indore, Raipur, Surat, etc.) can be easier and more cost-effective. → Don’t discount the value of the product basis what decades-old competitors are doing. Keep price-keeping margins, TG, and channel costs in mind. For instance, we cater to Class A outlets. In Jaipur, with about 40000 to 60000 outlets across A, B and C classes, we focus on the top 200 outlets. This strategy aligns with our goal to cater to consumers looking for great tasting & better food items, in self-service stores, supermarkets, mithai and dryfruit stores. → Channels and general trade have taught me the importance of building relationships with the team, customers and distributors. Even though various challenges arise such as COVID-19, these stakeholders remain resilient. If you launch a product today and return after 5 years, you’ll find the same parties, possibly more, stronger in every aspect Developing sales channels is a continuous process - for existing as well as new ones. As we cover A Class General Trade in major metros, tier 1 & 2 cities in North, West & East India, generating repeats as we go, we are seeing growth in online channels and offline retail presence.  Comment below on what platforms you would like us to be available on or from what platforms you typically buy your products and would prefer us to be there too. #healthysnacks #generaltrade #ecommerce

I once went to the market with my family. I think we all know what the city market is! City Market is an old location where we can acquire virtually anything at a decent wholesale price, but you have to buy in bulk, and no one can afford to have an excess volume of such items in their storeroom to fill the only space, which is not helpful till the one is done correctly! Also, retailers will not budge on the following price as wholesalers will, so even if you negotiate or barter on the price, you will never win the fight with retailers. So I was thinking, why not get discounts straight from the stores rather than bartering and attempting to win the pricing war? That is perhaps why Dealwala is on the market presently. Dealwala India just provides you a minimum 10% discount on everything you buy from the market, so you don't have to start a price war anymore. Simply download the app and sign up to find the greatest deals and discounts from over 2000 businesses in Ahmedabad and Surat, Gujarat. Receive the finest incredible savings on all purchases. Get Dealwala. Get Discounts. *WWW.DEALWALA.IN*

New Delhi-based Pacific Development Corporation Ltd. has opened the Mall of Dehradun in Uttarakhand. Click on the link below to know more.... Pacific Development Corporation Ltd | Abhishek Bansal | Saket Bansal | Ashish Gupta | Naresh Rautela | Sandeep Gupta #retailnews #retailtrends #retailsector #retailindustry #retailing #retailresults #retailupdates #businessnews #retailgrowth #retailsectornews #retailindia #retailtrends #retailbusiness #ir #IndiaRetailing