Cargill highlights latest scalable innovations at AAHAR 2026 in India
Cargill showcased scalable, market-ready innovations for bakery, snacks and chocolate manufacturers at AAHAR 2026 in New Delhi under the theme “Your Possibilities, Our Purpose.”
INDIA – Cargill, a global leader in food and agriculture solutions, showcased its latest scalable innovations at AAHAR 2026, Asia’s premier B2B food and hospitality expo held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi from March 10-14.
Under the theme ‘Your Possibilities, Our Purpose,’ the company emphasized application-led solutions tailored for Indian manufacturers facing margin pressures, raw material volatility, and shifting consumer demands for healthier, convenient, and premium products.
This 40th edition of AAHAR highlighted Cargill’s deep market insights and global expertise, positioning it as the first choice for bakery, snacks, chocolate, and protein-fortified foods in South Asia.
Cargill’s display underscored its commitment to converting consumer insights into commercially viable products, helping businesses grow amid India’s dynamic food market.
The showcase revolved around five innovation pillars, each addressing key trends such as protein demand, premiumization, and the growth of quick commerce.
Cargill’s five-pillar Innovation Showcase at AAHAR 2026
Healthy for You: In ‘Healthy for You,’ Cargill demonstrated high-protein cookies and bars using RadiPure® pea protein, sugar-reduced cream biscuits with polyols, trans-fat-free fats, and high-oleic sunflower oil for bakery applications and a lower saturated fat alternative in the form of high oleic sunflower oil, demonstrating how reformulation with Cargill’s ingredients makes foods healthier without compromising taste.
Elevated Experience: Products with elevated sensory appeal, such as fruit- or pulp-infused treats powered by Pulptex™ technology, premium chocolates, and stretchable jellies, demonstrating how Cargill enables brands to craft indulgent, multisensorial experiences with unique textures and next-level taste.
Premium Indulgence: Gourmet treats and rich confections made with Aalst chocolate portfolio, Gerkens® Cocoa Powders and premium puff fats reflecting Cargill’s capability to deliver luxurious textures and flavors for market-driven premiumization grounded in consumer insights. Also, recognizing the rising popularity of single-origin chocolates in India, Cargill showcased its diverse portfolio of single-origin cocoa liquors.
Affordability/Value Accelerated: The ‘Affordability/Value Accelerated’ pillar featured oil-reduction frying systems like Frytech for up to 3% oil savings in snacks, NatureFresh Professional Star fats for bakery, and Protex SFR 101 thickener for cost-optimized sausages and meatballs.
Convenience: Convenience solutions included ready-to-use mixes and instant dessert puddings to speed up production and meet on-the-go needs.
Cargill also highlighted future-ready products and sustainability initiatives, including EverSweet® stevia sweetener, EpiCor® postbiotics, NextCoa™ cocoa alternative and responsibly sourced ingredient certifications.
Adjacent to this, the ‘Sustainability Corner’ features a large display showcasing Cargill’s sustainable sourcing credentials (e.g., RSPO, Rainforest Alliance) to support customers seeking certified or responsibly sourced ingredients from Cargill’s global network.
At AAHAR 2026, Cargill showcased its role as a trusted food, health, and nutrition solutions provider for South Asia, bringing together innovation, consumer insights, and global expertise to meet the needs of modern food manufacturers.
With its future-focused, solution-led showcase and deep commitment to healthier, cost-effective, and scalable innovations, Cargill continues to support its customers across categories with the capabilities needed to grow in India’s dynamic food market.
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