Spud-tacular: How India became a french fry superpower
Summary
India's potato farming, especially for making french fries, has grown significantly. Gujarat is now a major center for producing and exporting french fries globally, with India becoming a strong player in the international market due to efficient farming and competitive pricing.Key Facts
- Jitesh Patel's family switched from cotton to potato farming in Gujarat due to low water needs.
- Patel's change to growing potatoes used for french fries boosted their income.
- India is the world's second-largest producer of potatoes.
- Gujarat is the main region for producing french fries in India.
- Major food companies, including McCain Foods and HyFun Foods, operate facilities in Gujarat.
- India's frozen fry exports reached 181,773 tonnes in a year, a 45% increase from the previous year.
- Indian french fries are competitively priced, often cheaper than Chinese fries.
- Factors like urbanization and rising incomes boost demand for frozen foods, including fries.
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