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FoodTech Kerala 2026

Food Processing and Packaging Technology Exhibition in Kochi

Oct 9 – 11, 2026

Food-industry professional audience

JN Stadium, Kochi, India

200+ industry stalls promoted

🎫 Event Snapshot

HOURS

10:30–18:30 daily

VISITORS

Processors, traders, retailers and food-chain professionals

DATES

Oct 9 – 11, 2026

EXHIBITORS

ADULT TICKET

COUNTRIES

200+ industry stalls

Professional visitor registration

Indian and international technology suppliers

Who Should Attend

Food Processors in Kerala & South India

Manufacturers can source machinery for regional food categories, beverages, dairy and value-added agricultural products.

Dairy & Beverage Producers

Compare processing, filling, chilling and hygiene technologies for milk, dairy products, juices and beverages.

Packaging & Cold Chain Teams

Technical buyers should focus on shelf-life, refrigeration, cold storage and packaging solutions suited to tropical supply chains.

Entrepreneurs & SME Manufacturers

Smaller processors can identify scalable equipment and suppliers appropriate for regional production rather than oversized industrial lines.

Top Reasons to Attend

1

Regional Manufacturing Relevance

FoodTech Kerala is the state's dedicated food-processing and packaging trade exhibition, now in its 17th edition, with a strong focus on practical technology for processors and food businesses in Kerala and South India.

2

SME-Friendly Sourcing

The event is relevant to SMEs because its sectors include food processing, dairy, beverage, refrigeration, packaging, post-harvest technology, rice and grain machinery, ingredients and quality certification.

3

Cold-Chain Problem Solving

Cold rooms, refrigeration and cold-chain solutions are especially relevant in Kerala's climate and for dairy, seafood, beverage and processed-food businesses that depend on temperature control.

4

Local Supplier Access

Because the show is organized in Kochi and targeted at the regional food chain, buyers can discuss installation, service, spare parts and supplier support in a local operating context.

5

Value-Addition Opportunities

Processors can use the show to identify ways to move from raw agricultural products into packaged, processed or higher-value products through machinery, packaging, refrigeration and quality systems.

What You'll See & Do

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Food Processing Equipment

Compare processing machinery by product type, batch size, throughput, cleaning, energy use, operator requirements and the availability of service and spare parts in South India.

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Packaging Technology

Packaging buyers should examine filling, sealing, labeling and pack formats together with material costs, shelf-life needs, minimum orders and compatibility with existing equipment.

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Refrigeration & Cold Chain

Cold-room, refrigeration and cold-chain suppliers should be evaluated by temperature range, energy use, monitoring, maintenance and suitability for dairy, beverages, seafood and other perishable products.

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Ingredients & Quality Control

Ingredient and quality-control suppliers can help processors improve formulation, consistency, food safety, testing and certification as businesses move into organized retail or wider distribution.

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Post-Harvest & Agri Processing

Post-harvest and agri-processing technology is relevant to businesses trying to reduce losses and convert regional crops into more stable, transportable and higher-value products.

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Agri-Business, Start-ups & Food Services

The show also covers agri-business, food-sector franchising and start-up opportunities, useful for entrepreneurs looking beyond machinery toward business models, distribution and market entry.

🏢 Are you Exhibiting at This Event?

Register your company on AgriLinkage to connect with qualified buyers before, during, and after the event. Over 50,000 buyers search AgriLinkage monthly to find suppliers.

✓ Pre-Event Visibility: Buyers can find your booth before they arrive

✓ Direct Inquiries: Receive qualified leads through our platform

✓ Post-Event Connections: Continue conversations after the show ends

✓ No Commission: We only charge exhibitors, buyers contact you for free

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Industry Sector

💼 Attending as a Business Professional?

Register as a business visitor to get exhibitor alerts, networking opportunities, and priority notifications when companies in your sector register. Free for all business attendees.

✓ Exhibitor Alerts: Get notified when suppliers you're interested in register

✓ Pre-Event Connections: Schedule meetings before you arrive at the show

✓ Booth Locations: We'll tell you exactly where your targets are located

✓ Networking Matches: Connect with other buyers in your industry

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Industry Sector

Plan airport or rail arrival, venue transport, and hotel location before travel. Check the organizer's official travel information and allow extra time during major trade-show periods.

Plan airport or rail arrival, venue transport, and hotel location before travel. Check the organizer's official travel information and allow extra time during major trade-show periods.

✈️ Skyscanner — Compare Flights

Cochin International Airport is the main gateway and connects Kochi with major Indian hubs and international destinations in the Gulf and Asia.

🚖 Welcome Pickups — Airport Transfers

JN International Stadium is in Kaloor; allow adequate road-transfer time from the airport.

​Where to Stay

Kaloor, Ernakulam and central Kochi are convenient for the venue.

Radisson Blu Kochi

Full-service business hotel in Kochi.

ibis Kochi City Centre

Practical central option.

Holiday Inn Cochin

International-brand hotel suitable for business travelers.

Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty

Premium option for delegations and client meetings.

Tools & Services for Attendees

INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

🛂 iVisa — Visa & Travel Documents

Entry requirements depend on nationality and destination. Verify official government requirements before booking non-refundable travel. Third-party visa services should be treated as an additional convenience, not the official authority.

🏥 SafetyWing — Travel Medical Insurance

Review destination coverage, policy limits and exclusions before purchasing for an international trade-fair trip.

📶 Airalo — International eSIM

Useful for maps, messaging, exhibitor searches and meeting coordination while travelling.

Post-Event CRM & Lead Management

🏗️ Exhibition Stand & Event Services

Compare accredited local and international contractors for booth design, graphics, installation and dismantling.

📦 DHL — International Shipping

For brochures, samples and exhibition material. Regulated food, plant or biological goods may require special customs documentation.

🗣️ Fiverr Pro — Translation & Event Materials

Find vetted professionals for translation, brochures, presentations and multilingual sales materials.

🗂️ monday.com — Trade Show Project Management

Coordinate meetings, logistics, travel, booth tasks and follow-up in one workspace.

POST-EVENT CRM & LEAD MANAGEMENT

📈 HubSpot — CRM & Marketing

Capture leads and organize post-show follow-up.

📊 Pipedrive — Sales CRM

Move event contacts into a structured commercial pipeline with next actions.

BUSINESS CARDS

💱 Wise Business — International Payments

Useful for cross-border supplier, contractor and business payments, subject to availability.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. When is FoodTech Kerala 2026?


October 9 to 11, 2026 in Kochi, Kerala.


2. What sectors are covered?


Food processing, packaging, dairy, beverages, cold storage, ingredients, agri-business, post-harvest technology, grain machinery, QC and certification.


3. Who should attend?


Food processors, manufacturers, packaging companies, retailers, traders, technology suppliers, dairy businesses and agro-processing startups.

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