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PITF 2025 – Celebrating the Future of India’s Culinary Heritage
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Monday, 18 August, 2025, 08 : 00 AM [IST]
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India’s culinary tapestry is as diverse as its people, with every region offering unique dishes steeped in history, culture, and tradition. While these traditional foods have been cherished at family tables for generations, the modern era has opened exciting opportunities to reimagine them—packaged, processed, and ready to delight a new generation of consumers both in India and across the globe.
A Proven Platform for Knowledge, Networking, and Growth
Since its inception, PITF has brought together industry leaders, R&D experts, policy makers, academia, and entrepreneurs to share insights, explore collaborations, and chart the future of the processed traditional foods industry.
Past editions have hosted distinguished speakers from organizations like Nestlé, Unilever, Haldiram, Marico, Kellanova, PepsiCo, DRDO-DFRL, ICT Mumbai, Hamdard Foods, and FSSAI, alongside visionary entrepreneurs and academic pioneers. Each year, attendees have gained actionable insights into consumer trends, regulatory developments, technological breakthroughs, and market opportunities.
Processed Indian Traditional Foods (PITF) 2025 is more than a conference—it is a movement dedicated to bridging the gap between age-old recipes and cutting-edge food science, ensuring that the taste, nutrition, and heritage of our cuisine are preserved and scaled for modern lifestyles.
Why Processed Indian Traditional Foods Matter Now More Than Ever?
Over the past decade, consumer preferences have evolved dramatically. Urbanisation, busy lifestyles, and increased disposable incomes have fuelled a growing appetite for ready-to-eat and convenience foods. Simultaneously, there is a resurgence of interest in authentic, wholesome, and culturally rooted cuisine.
From millet-based snacks to herbal fortifications, from heritage grains to regional specialties, the demand is expanding—both domestically and in international markets driven by the Indian diaspora and the global curiosity for ethnic foods.
Processed Indian Traditional Foods 2025 will spotlight:
Innovation in traditional food processing – from thermal and non-thermal technologies to advanced packaging solutions that retain taste, texture, and nutrition.
The millet revolution – leveraging India’s status as the global leader in production and innovation.
Functional and fortified foods – integrating ancient wellness wisdom with modern nutrition science.
Export opportunities – positioning Indian traditional foods as global brands.
Sustainability and supply chain resilience – ensuring that tradition thrives responsibly.
Theme for 2025 – Health, Wellness and Innovations as New Business Opportunities
This year’s edition of PITF will shine the spotlight on how health-conscious consumers and breakthrough innovations are reshaping the future of traditional foods. The global demand for healthier, functional, and fortified products is growing rapidly, and Indian traditional foods—with their inherent nutritional benefits—are uniquely positioned to lead this transformation.
What to Expect at Processed Indian Traditional Foods 2025?
The 2025 conference will explore:
Thought-Provoking Keynotes – from policy influencers, corporate leaders, and innovation drivers shaping the food industry.
Expert-Led Panels & Case Studies – exploring the commercialisation of heritage foods, millet integration in modern diets, fortification strategies, and premiumisation trends.
Integrating health & wellness into traditional formats – from fortification and functional ingredients to reduced sugar, salt, and fat.
Innovative product concepts – blending heritage flavours with modern formats like ready-to-drink beverages, high-protein snacks, plant-based alternatives, and gut-friendly fermented foods.
Networking Opportunities – connect with decision-makers from leading FMCG companies, ingredient suppliers, food tech startups, and academic institutions.
Global Market Perspectives – learn how Indian traditional foods are making their mark on shelves worldwide.
Why Processed Indian Traditional Foods Matter Now More Than Ever
Over the past decade, consumer preferences have evolved dramatically. Urbanisation, busy lifestyles, and increased disposable incomes have fuelled a growing appetite for ready-to-eat and convenience foods. At the same time, there is a resurgence of interest in authentic, wholesome, and culturally rooted cuisine.
From millet-based snacks to herbal fortifications, from heritage grains to regional specialties, the demand is expanding—both domestically and in international markets driven by the Indian diaspora and the global curiosity for ethnic foods.
The Road Ahead
As India’s processed food industry accelerates towards becoming a global force, PITF 2025 will serve as a catalyst for innovation, collaboration, and sustainable growth in the traditional foods segment. This is the time to transform heritage recipes into scalable products without compromising on authenticity.
Whether you are a manufacturer, ingredient supplier, equipment provider, retailer, policymaker, or researcher, PITF 2025 is your gateway to shaping the next chapter of India’s food story.
Processed Indian Traditional Foods Innovation Awards
F1rst, a business associate of Giract, Switzerland, is proud to announce the launch of the Processed Indian Traditional Foods (PITF) Innovation Awards. These awards are designed to recognize excellence, creativity, and impact in the evolving landscape of Indian traditional foods.
PITF Most Innovative Product of the Year Award (2023–2025) will honour products that stand out for their technical innovation and exceptional sensorial appeal.
PITF Most Nutritional Product Award will recognise products launched in the last five years that have delivered outstanding nutritional value and health benefits.
The awards aim to inspire and encourage innovation across the food, beverage, and nutraceutical industries, driving progress in product development.
With five successful editions of the PITF Conference already hosted, and the 6th edition scheduled for 21st November 2025 in Mumbai, the awards will be an integral highlight of this prestigious gathering.
The PITF Conference Is a premier platform where industry leaders, scientists, and innovators discuss health, nutrition, and the modernization of Indian traditional foods, with participation from leading companies such as HUL, ITC, Mondelez, Britannia, and Nestlé.
Entries will be judged by a panel of experts in food science, technology, and consumer insights, fostering cross-sector collaboration, raising industry benchmarks, and celebrating those shaping the future of processed Indian traditional foods.
Join us in celebrating tradition, embracing innovation, and building a healthier tomorrow.
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About the author:
Vignesh, CEO and Industry Principal for F1rst’s Energy & Mobility division, is a seasoned Business Research, Analytics, and Consulting professional with 18+ years of experience across manufacturing, services, and e-commerce. Holding an MSc (Hons) in Biological Sciences and a Master’s in Management Studies from BITS Pilani, he has led projects on market growth opportunities, pricing strategy, economic snapshots, and global potential analysis. A professional speaker and invited panelist at educational, corporate, and management forums, he is featured in Muscle to the Mind for mentoring rural women entrepreneurs and has served as a jury member for renowned hackathons.
He can be reached out at: vigneshraja@firstmr.com
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