Can INDIA become # 1 Processed Food exporter? Globally, the demand for higher processed food has been growing relatively faster compared to the unprocessed and primary processed categories. This demand is further expected to accelerate with structural shifts in consumer behaviour like demand for convenience, quick and easy options that combine taste and nutrition out of boxes and sachets, saving time, effort and other resources. It has become crucial for the Indian food processing sector to focus strongly on exports, as India not only has the opportunity, but also the capability to address the global market.