What we do Kothari Fermentation & Biochem Ltd manufactures various types of yeast and derivatives for food, distillery, feed, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology sectors from its plant in Uttar Pradesh. |
Founded in 1,990 |
Market share A leading yeast manufacturer with a capacity of 25,000 MT per annum and expansion into yeast extract powder production. |
Problem solved Provides essential yeast products to improve processes in baking, nutrition, ethanol production, animal feed, and health sectors. |
Top clients or who we serve B2B clients in food, distillery, feed, pharmaceutical, and biotech industries. |
Key management Pramod Kumar Kothari (Chairman and Managing Director), Mr. Siddhant Kothari (Whole-time Director) |
Our journey and innovations Incorporated in 1990; rehabilitated from BIFR in 2008; modernized facilities including effluent treatment plant; added yeast extract powder production in 2021-22. |
Where we operate Primarily operates in India, serving multiple domestic industrial sectors. |
Top products or what we offer Baker's Yeast (Instant Dry), Nutritional Yeast, Feed Yeast, Seasoning Yeast, Distiller Yeast, Yeast Extract Powder. |
Top brands Compressed Yeast (25,000 MT capacity), Yeast Extract Powder Plant (50 MT/month capacity). |
Raw materials needed Raw materials for yeast cultivation including grains and fermentation substrates. |
Raw materials supplier Local agricultural suppliers and grain traders. |
Recurring vs cyclical contribution Revenue is largely recurring from continuous yeast production and trading divisions. |
Our industry position Strong industry position with capacity expansions and modern production facilities; recovering profitability post prior net losses. |
Financial highlights FY 2024-25 revenue ₹114.23 crores with net profit ₹0.81 crores; improved from prior net loss year. |
Geographical revenue split - |
Order book - |
Whats driving growth Capacity expansion, product diversification into yeast extract powder, operational improvements, and steady demand in key sectors. |
Our future plans Business expansion funded internally; focus on enhancing yeast derivatives capacity and product innovation. |
Our green promise Investment in effluent treatment plant, agro fuel boiler, and RO plant underscores sustainability focus. |
Our people and values Committed workforce with sound internal controls and governance; fostering inclusive workplace policies. |
Key challenges ahead Managing operational costs, competitive pressures, and regulatory compliance while scaling production. |
Interesting facts Recovered from sick industrial status via BIFR rehabilitation in 2008; recently ISO 22000:2018 certified. |
Risks and strategy Risks include raw material price volatility and market demand fluctuations; mitigated by diversification and quality certifications. |
