India: Allana Consumer Products invests in frozen potato production

Allana Consumer Products Limited (ACPL) has announced an investment of 300 crore INR ($36 million) to set up facilities for the manufacture of French fries and frozen potatoes in North India and Gujarat.

Founded in 1865, ACPL is described as a leader in the manufacture and export of food and drinks, including frozen and chilled meat, frozen and aseptic fruit pulps, coffee, cereals, and pet food.

Commenting on the move, ACPL director Raj Lekhwani said: ”Our venture into frozen foods with French fries is not just a portfolio expansion—it’s a strategic move to leverage our expertise, infrastructure, and market reach to deliver a superior product”.

ACPL business head, fruits & vegetables Parag Gadre added: “This initiative is a reflection of our commitment to remain at the forefront of the global food industry, providing high-quality offerings that cater to diverse consumer preferences. Initially we will be focusing on international markets where ACPL can leverage existing global distribution network handling frozen value chain, enabling it to penetrate new markets swiftly and reinforce its presence in key international regions”.

The new manufacturing units are expected to be operational by 2027, with an annual production capacity of 40,000 tonnes.

Source: Agron Food Processing / Economic Times / Allana