The Fresh India Show 2026 is set to become a pivotal event in the global produce industry, driven by India’s recent trade agreements with the EU, USA, and New Zealand.
M B Naqvi, CEO and Chief Coordinator, notes that these agreements are generating significant early interest from international participants.
Exhibitors at the show can expect enhanced two-way trade opportunities and cross-border partnerships, reflecting India’s evolving role in the global market.
The event is scheduled for May 29-30th, 2026, at Mumbai’s CIDCO Exhibition & Convention Center, strategically located near Vashi APMC, Asia’s largest fruit and vegetable wholesale market.
The 8th edition of the Fresh India Show promises a comprehensive platform for business networking, including structured Reverse Buyer-Seller Meetings, a two-day conference, and curated APMC market tours.
- Fresh India Show 2026 to enhance global trade opportunities.
- Event dates: May 29-30, 2026, in Mumbai.
- Focus on two-way trade and cross-border partnerships.
- Includes buyer-seller meetings and a two-day conference.
- Early-bird packages available until March 30, 2026.
Naqvi highlights the venue’s proximity to key infrastructure such as the Mumbai port and airport, which enhances its appeal for import-export stakeholders.
The conference will address crucial market and policy trends influencing India’s fresh produce sector, focusing on export-import dynamics, global market access, and varietal innovation.
Panels will cover topics like fresh-cut produce, frozen products, and direct-to-consumer models, offering insights into the sector’s future direction.
With a strong emphasis on technology and infrastructure, the show will feature dedicated focus zones for cold-chain, packhouses, protected cultivation, and hydroponics.
Naqvi emphasizes how these elements support quality, consistency, and market access for fresh produce in India.
The event’s global focus is further enhanced by APEDA-backed B2B meetings and dedicated pavilions from countries such as Vietnam, Mexico, Brazil, and Tanzania.
Additionally, the show will host a national convention with the All India Fruit Merchants Association, facilitating structured B2B meetings between Indian wholesalers and international buyers.
As registrations surpass last year’s pace, the Fresh India Show has evolved from a conventional exhibition into a business-driven trade platform.
Naqvi reflects on its significance for global importers, exporters, retailers, and logistics professionals tracking Indian market evolution.
The platform provides important connections and intelligence necessary to stay ahead in the competitive produce industry.
With early-bird packages available until March 30, 2026, the Fresh India Show 2026 is poised to be a landmark event for the global produce trade.
