The post Rs. 20 Lakh Cr in Sight: India’s FMCG Giants Signal a Structural Shift in Q1 FY26 appeared first on Business of Food.

Tata Consumer Products and Kenvue India have joined Meesho Mall to offer consumers across the country easier access to a wider range of everyday essentials — from personal care to wellness and beverages.

Through this partnership, popular brands from Tata Consumer Products—such as Tata Tea, Tetley, and Tata Coffee and from Kenvue India including Clean & Clear Face Wash, Johnson’s baby care products and Stayfree Secure sanitary pads —are now available to millions of Meesho shoppers, particularly in tier 2+ markets.

Consumers from cities like Dehradun, Puri, Madurai, and Surat are increasingly turning to online platforms for daily-use categories such as green tea, skincare, and hygiene products. Meesho Mall has seen strong engagement in these categories, with growing interest in offerings from both Tata Consumer Products and Kenvue India within just one month of launch.

As Tata Consumer Products and Kenvue India deepen their partnership with Meesho, they are reaching a fast-growing and diverse base of digital-first consumers. By leveraging Meesho’s growing presence in tier-2+ markets, brands are expanding both their reach and relevance across India’s evolving landscape. 

The post Tata Consumer Products and Kenvue join Meesho Mall to widen access to leading FMCG brands appeared first on Business of Food.

Managing Director and CEO Sunil D’ Souza noted that food services, particularly in markets like India, can sometimes be more profitable than traditional consumer goods due to the ability to tailor products for the HoReCa industry, primarily through customized pack sizes. TCP’s strategic expansion is already underway, with plans to scale the food services channel to 16 cities and the pharmacy channel to 40 cities in FY26.

Since acquiring Capital Foods and Organic India in 2024, TCP has enhanced both companies’ domestic operations and expanded their reach internationally. The combined revenue of Capital Foods and Organic India for the first nine months of FY25 reached ₹850 crore. Additionally, TCP has utilized Capital Foods’ distribution network to introduce its products in global markets, with plans to pursue further distribution partnerships internationally.

D’ Souza emphasized that the food services business has proven to be accretive and profitable, driven by tailored packaging and product volume for the HoReCa sector. In FY26, the company is focusing on scaling these channels to meet growing demand in India and abroad.

The post Tata Consumer Products to expand food services and pharmacy channels nationwide in FY26 appeared first on Business of Food.

The post Swapnil Parhad Shares his Insights on Tata Consumer’s Strategy for Modern Trade appeared first on Business of Food.

”At Tata Consumer Products, we endeavor to co-exist in harmony with Nature. Our Tata Coffee plantations are home to over 1.4 million trees while also protecting endangered species – giving rise to a rich repository of Biological Diversity. We are committed to protect Biodiversity for a greener and more sustainable future #ForBetter,’’ posts Tata Consumer Products on its LinkedIn handle.

This message highlights the company’s holistic approach to environmental sustainability, emphasizing both the preservation of plant life and the protection of wildlife. By promoting such initiatives, Tata Consumer Products showcases its initiative in creating a balanced and thriving ecosystem, aligning with global efforts to combat biodiversity loss and climate change.

The post Tata Consumer Products promotes biodiversity within its coffee plantations appeared first on Business of Food.

The post A golden period of growth for food and beverages in India appeared first on Business of Food.

“We are excited to announce the launch of our new store in the diamond capital of the world – Surat, Gujarat. It’s incredible to start off this fiscal year with the grand opening of a new store within the very first month,” posted Niyati Shah, Assistant Manager, Business Development,  Starbucks India, on her Linkedin handle.

The coffee retailer recently achieved a significant milestone by opening its 400th store in India. Operated through a joint venture between Seattle-based Starbucks Coffee Co. and Tata Consumer Products Ltd., the Starbucks-branded coffee chain continues to expand its presence across the country. Notably, the company also established its first-ever outlet in the Delhi High Court.

As part of its growth strategy, Starbucks aims to penetrate tier 2 and 3 cities in India. Additionally, it plans to introduce services such as drive-thru, airport outlets, and 24-hour store formats to cater to the diverse needs of customers. With its commitment to expand its reach and  enhance customer experience, the brand plans to open 1000 new outlets in the country by 2028. 

The post Starbucks expands footprint, opens 23rd outlet in Gujarat appeared first on Business of Food.

The post New Consumer Preferences and Innovations Take Hold in India’s Breakfast Category appeared first on Business of Food.