Fi India 2025 Returns to Delhi NCR to Shape the Future of Food Innovation and Ingredients

The premier trade showby Informa Markets in India brings together leading experts from the food and nutrition ecosystem

Informa Markets in India is set to host the 19th edition of Fi India, the country’s most comprehensive B2B event for food and beverage from 3rd to 5th September 2025 at India Expo Mart (IEML), Greater Noida, Delhi NCR. Co-located with ProPak India, the leading packaging event,Fi India 2025 promises to bring together global and Indian food professionals to network, innovate, and shape the future of food.

With a show floor spanning 30,000 sqm, the upcoming edition will host over 250 exhibiting companies, welcome more than 15,000 attendees from 50+ countries, and represent over 1,200 brands across the ingredients, processing, and packaging spectrum. The event continues to serve as a powerful catalyst for sourcing, innovation, and investment in one of the world’s fastest-growing F&B markets. The exhibitor categories will span the full breadth of the industry—from speciality ingredients, functional ingredients stabilizers and thickeners, binders, texturizers, flavours & fragrance, spices, starches & gur gums, plant-based proteins, soy products to dietary supplements, nutraceuticals, and functional additives and natural ingredients. They will cater to a host of professionals from R&D, procurement, QA, marketing, retail, and food technology functions are encouraged to attend.

The Indian food ingredients market, driven by rising demand for processed and premium foods, is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.7%, with the specialty food ingredients segment alone expected to reach USD 8.3 billion by 2033. Key drivers include health-focused consumption, rising disposable incomes, and the increasing demand for clean-label and plant-based ingredients. From emulsifiers and proteins to exotic spices, nutraceuticals, enzymes, and plant extracts—ingredient innovation is at the core of product differentiation and market competitiveness.

Speaking about the 2025 edition, Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director of Informa Markets in Indiasaid,“Fi India 2025 arrives at a time of dynamic change in the industry. Over the years, Fi India has evolved into a business and knowledge platform for the entire food innovation value chain. As India’s consumers become more health-conscious and adventurous in their tastes, the demand for functional, clean-label, and sustainable ingredients is transforming how food is sourced and produced. This edition of the show will offer unmatched access to trends, partnerships, and thought leadership for stakeholders looking to scale in India and beyond.”

This year, Fi India 2025 will include a wide range of immersive and content-rich features designed to bring professionals closer to breakthrough innovation:

The Innovative Product Showcase will display cutting-edge launches, offering exhibitors a chance to gain exposure to potential buyers and investors. The Fund Quest session on Day 3—developed in partnership with CASMB and RampUp Advisory LLP—returns to connect food start-ups with venture capitalists, family offices, and angel investors, further energising India’s vibrant start-up ecosystem.

Visitors can also look forward to live culinary demonstrations by celebrated chefs and food innovators, alongside an interactive conference programme featuring over 25 expert speakers across 10 sessions. Curated in collaboration with global research partner Mintel, the Global Trend Zone will present emerging insights into consumer behaviour, regulatory shifts, and product innovation from around the world.

The event will also highlight India's push toward sustainable sourcing, clean-label ingredients, and food security. Meanwhile, the prestigious Fi India Awards will return to recognise exceptional contributions to the food and beverage ingredients industry—honouring innovation, excellence, and leadership across business and product categories.

With strong support from key industry associations including AFSTI -Delhi Chapter, CASMB, AIFPA, HADSA, IBA, and SIB, Fi India 2025 is set to be its most strategic and impactful edition yet.