What we do Himalaya Food International Ltd processes and manufactures frozen mushrooms, vegetables, cheese, yogurt, appetizers, and snacks, supplying natural vegetarian products in India and international markets. |
Founded in 1,992 |
Market share Largest frozen and canned food processor in India with a strong presence domestically and in the US market. |
Problem solved Provides convenient, nutrition-dense, preservative-free frozen foods, enhancing access to healthy vegetarian options. |
Top clients or who we serve Serves retail consumers and international markets including the US; B2B and B2C customer base. |
Key management Mr. Man Mohan Malik, Chairman & Managing Director, has led since inception; other executives include Mrs Sangita Malik and Mr Sanjiv Kumar Kakkar. |
Our journey and innovations Founded in 1992, expanded product range and manufacturing capacity; JV with US Simplot; launched premium Himalya Fresh brand in 2010; revived frozen units and expanded French fries capacity in 2025. |
Where we operate Primarily India; exports to the United States and other international markets. |
Top products or what we offer Frozen mushrooms (White, Crimini, Portobello), baby potatoes, buffalo cheese, yogurt, appetizers, snacks, sweets, and French fries under Himalya Fresh brand. |
Top brands Himalya Fresh - known for all-natural, preservative-free frozen foods; flagship in Indian frozen food sector. |
Raw materials needed Mushrooms, vegetables, dairy for cheese and yogurt, baby potatoes, agricultural inputs from contract farming. |
Raw materials supplier Supplied mainly through contract farming networks in India, ensuring fresh and natural raw materials. |
Recurring vs cyclical contribution Revenue is largely recurring from steady demand in frozen foods with seasonal variations in agriculture segments. |
Our industry position Market leader in India’s frozen and canned food processing industry with growing export footprint. |
Financial highlights FY 2024-25 revenue at Rs. 40.08 crore, profit Rs. 3.17 crore; slight revenue and profit decline from previous year. |
Geographical revenue split India contributes approximately 54% and Outside India about 46% of total revenue. |
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Whats driving growth Product innovation, expanded manufacturing capacity, JV partnerships, rising demand for natural frozen foods and export growth. |
Our future plans Expand manufacturing capabilities, enhance franchise model with distribution hubs and food vans, grow export markets. |
Our green promise Focus on chemical-free products and using agro waste for boiler fuel, supporting sustainability. |
Our people and values Directly employs over 1200 people plus contract farmers; values natural production and quality control. |
Key challenges ahead Cost management amidst fluctuating input prices, competition expansion, and regulatory compliance. |
Interesting facts First Indian frozen food company to extensively export to the US market; facilities located in pristine Himalayan region. |
Risks and strategy Risks include agricultural dependencies and market competition; mitigated through diversification, innovation, and quality focus. |
