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India's Frozen French Fry Exports Surge Amid Challenges

7/18/2025

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India is now a powerhouse in frozen french fry exports, with Gujarat at the forefront, home to key processing plants. Farmers like Jitesh Patel have embraced potato cultivation, enhancing yields through innovative methods. However, hurdles in cold storage and transportation threaten to disrupt the supply chain and intensify competition with nations like China and Brazil.

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India is now a powerhouse in frozen french fry exports, with Gujarat at the forefront, home to key processing plants. Farmers like Jitesh Patel have embraced potato cultivation, enhancing yields through innovative methods. However, hurdles in cold storage and transportation threaten to disrupt the supply chain and intensify competition with nations like China and Brazil.