3rd Edition

2026

Hitex, Hyderabad

Food A'Fair 2026 marks the 3rd edition of South India's premier trade fair for the Food & Beverage industry. Scheduled from 02 - 04 July, 2026 at HITEX, Hyderabad, this event unites stakeholders from across the food ecosystem — from connoisseurs and start-ups to retailers and technology innovators.

The show offers a vibrant platform to explore the latest trends, innovations and technologies, showcase diverse product portfolios, highlight emerging talent and foster long-term business partnerships aimed at shaping the future of food in India.

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Uniting Consumers & Brands for a Healthier Future

Shri Jayesh Ranjan, IAS

Special Chief Secretary to Govt of Telangana,

Industries & Commerce (I&C) Department, & Information Technology,

Electronics & Communications (ITE&C) Department.

Telangana is establishing itself as a top destination for the food industry, offering a seamless blend of innovation, investment opportunities, and policy support. With a strong agribusiness ecosystem, cutting-edge food parks, and skilled workforce, the state fosters growth at every stage of the food value chain. Strategic connectivity, thriving R&D initiatives, and a commitment to sustainability further enhance Telangana’s appeal, making it the preferred hub for food processing, sourcing, and global collaborations.

Pullela Gopichand

Chief National Coach – Badminton

As our lifestyles evolve, and there is a greater focus on the consumption of healthy, organic, farm-fresh foods. Good Food exhibitions will bring together both the consumers as well as the manufacturers to highlight the evolving trends while encapsulating the consumer expectations. I congratulate the team at Food A’Fair for bringing together India’s premier food & confectionery brands under one roof, and showcasing the finest food & beverage.

Akhil Gawar

Director – Food Processing, Government of Telangana

Shri. D. Sridhar Babu

Minister for IT, Electronics & Communications;

Industries & Commerce and Legislative Affairs,

Government of Telangana.

Telangana is proud to host Food A’Fair 2025, inviting national and international stakeholders to invest, source, and collaborate. With world-class infrastructure, progressive policies, and a thriving food ecosystem, our state is a hub for innovation and growth. I welcome the food industry across India to exhibit, participate, and explore new opportunities. Wishing Food A’Fair 2025 great success, I look forward to meeting industry leaders and strengthening our commitment to become a dynamic and resilient food sector.

Shri Jayesh Ranjan, IAS

Special Chief Secretary to Govt of Telangana,

Industries & Commerce (I&C) Department, & Information Technology,

Electronics & Communications (ITE&C) Department.

Pullela Gopichand

Chief National Coach – Badminton

Akhil Gawar

Director – Food Processing, Government of Telangana

Shri. D. Sridhar Babu

Minister for IT, Electronics & Communications;

Industries & Commerce and Legislative Affairs,

Government of Telangana.

Moments from the 2nd Edition

Food A'Fair Highlights

Visitors for Food A'fair 2025 was 6000+

6000+

visitors attended the 3-day fair.

150+

exhibitors showcased their products.

20+

partner organizations participated.

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Culinary Session - Live with the Experts

Amey

Anup

Arvind

Gauri

Jerson

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OF FOOD INNOVATION & BRAND POWER

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Why Food A'Fair

The FoodA'fair Advantage

OPPORTUNITY

Food & Beverage Retail & Grocery Trade

Largest Segment in Indian Retail Trade

At $570 billion, Food & Grocery is the largest segment in the Indian retail trade.

Dominance of Staples & Fresh Category

Conventional category like staples & fresh accounts 80% of total food retail.

Indian Food & Grocery Retail Market Growth

Indian food and grocery retail market over $600 billion, 21% CAGR by 2029.

Rapid Expansion of Online Grocery

Online grocery touched $8.82 billion in 2024 to over $11 billion in 2025. Growing CAGR 40% to reach $77 billion by 2030.

Strong Growth in Packaged Consumption

Packaged snacks, confectionery & beverages growing rapidly at CAGR 16%.

Why Hyderabad

Hyderabad, city of pearls is also most commonly associated with its plethora of culinary delight. Besides being amalgamation of south asian, mughalai, turkish, arabic and indian, hyderabad cuisine also embraces western cuisine.

July 02-04, 2026

Hitex, Hyderabad

Industry Professionals

Engage directly with qualified buyers, experts and decision-makers who influence trends and drive the food industry forward.

Business Leads

Generate high-quality leads and convert meaningful buyer interactions into strong business opportunities.

Collaborations

Build strategic partnerships with brands, distributors and innovators to expand your market presence.

Exhibitor
Profile

Broad category of profiles of companies exhibiting at Food A'Fair. In addition to the profiles listed, all food & beverages which need to be marketed also part of this key trade fair in south Indian market.