With its operations based at Hyderabad in Andhra Pradesh ITC-IBD has a procurement and processing network covering important fruit and vegetable belts all over India. Our factories are well-maintained and follow the stringent hygiene standards. Our personnel are well trained and experienced in all the aspects of production and quality assurance. Pulps / Concentrates from tropical fruits such as Mango (Alphonso , Totapuri & Raspuri Varieties ), Guava( White & Pink ) , Papaya (Yellow and Red ) etc., are packed in bulk-industrial, catering and consumer packs in aseptic Bags, OTS Cans, Frozen & IQF form according to the buyer’s requirements.

History: IBD Processed Fruits & Vegetables

The division combines people with vast experience in agri-trading with the ITC Group's credibility to justify its premier standing in the trading arena. The division was set up in 1989 and since then has handled a wide range of products - such as Sesame Seeds , HPS Groundnuts, Castor Oil, Spices, Processed Fruits , Food grains , Aqua etc.

ITC began its fruit processing operations in early 90s.However fruit processing operations have been given a special thrust since the last season with an emphasis on developing strategic partnerships across the value chain especially fruit procurement and processing. IBD has established it's presence as a reliable and competitive exporter to USA, Western Europe, Far East ,Middle East etc.

Perspectives: IBD Processed Fruits Business

The success of a division depends on the team, their operational logistics, their positioning in the market and their productivity levels. The Processed Fruits division has set certain standards by which it benchmarks its products:

Quality ControlThis comes from strict quality focus at every stage, from procurement to processing and export. IBD has a presence both at the farm, marketing yards level as well as the processing stage. Stringent online quality controls ensure high quality end product.

Customer Focus Loyalty and a strong relationship in business is built out of years of experience in a particular industry. ITC-IBD's expertise in the business and its contacts with Agents\Brokers, Blender-bottlers, End User ,Off-shore logistical service providers has made the supply chain process extremely competitive . Given our renewed emphasis on this product line we are strengthening relationships in key markets across the buyer spectrum, understanding unique requirements and delivering value to select global customers.

Operational Efficiency - ITC's capabilities on swift procurement and processing, freighting skills and an ability to deliver promptly as per the buyer's requirement have increased customer satisfaction levels and ensured us strong "customer loyalty ".