Brand : SMA Aagro LLP, Assam
Project : Freeze Drying of Fruits & Spices
Background:
Client approached us for end-to-end solutions for launching range of freeze dried Bhut Jolokia chilli products such as whole chilli, chilli flakes, chilli powder & value addition of the same for export market. He later wanted to customize the process for ginger, turmeric and pineapple as well.
Our Approach & Solution:
Stage- 1
Market Research:
- We provided client with all the consumer insights and product specific data from globallyacclaimed multiple researchparties which were backed by AI.
- It helped our client to understand his competitors & available whitespace in the market.
- Brainstorming sessions on product/ concepts were explored for further evaluation.
Stage- 2
Pilot Plant Trials:
- Pilot plant trials for both freeze drying and spice grinding was carried out at our contract manufacturing facility in Gujarat.
- It allowed us to obtainthe product prototype and establish process parameters.
- Prototype samples were sent for consumer study to target audience in order to obtain data oriented decisions and device the strategy accordingly.
Stage- 3
Plant set-up and Commercialization:
- Client requireda versatile facilityto utilize freezedryer and pulverizer not only for Bhut Jolokia chilli but also for other products during chilli off season.
- Assam being native to good and unique quality of spices and fruits,we suggested customized solutions & modified the equipments & process line to be able to handle turmeric, ginger & pineapple apart from existing Bhut Jolokia chilli.
- Vendor selection for freeze dryer, pulverizer, equipments for pre processing of spices and fruits such as: cleaningmachine, peelers, cutting machine, blanching machine etc
- Plant design and plant layout support.
Stage- 4
Product Marketing & Buyer Connect:
- Fetch potential buyers for client both India and export market.
- Currently client has received monthly pre- order of 2 tons for Bhut Jolokia alone through our support.
- Buyers are MNC giants who have agreed upon long term collaboration.