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Inside NK Proteins: A Conversation with MD Priyam Patel on Quality, Sustainability, and Future Growth
Food & Beverages Processing
|JUNE - 2024
In an exclusive interview with Mr. Priyam Patel, Managing Director of NK Proteins, we explore into the company's operations and its expansive portfolio of edible oils, including rice bran and cold-pressed oils. Mr. Patel shares insights on how NK Proteins ensures consistent quality through rigorous quality control measures, distinguishes itself in a competitive market, and incorporates sustainable practices in its manufacturing processes.
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He also discusses the strategies behind building consumer loyalty for the esteemed Tirupati brand and outlines NK Proteins' future goals for product innovation and market expansion while maintaining a steadfast commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
Kindly brief us about NK Proteins and its business operations in India, including the key offerings.
NK Proteins Private Limited, the proud owner and marketer of the popular brand Tirupati Refined Oils, stands as a leading manufacturer of edible oils in India. Founded in 1992 by first-generation entrepreneurs Mr. Nimish Patel and the late Mr. Nilesh Patel, the company has built a trusted reputation over more than three decades.
Our diverse portfolio includes cottonseed oil, rice bran oil, sunflower oil, mustard oil, cold-pressed oils, corn oil, groundnut oil, soybean oil, as well as non-edible oils like castor oil, catering to various consumer and commercial needs. With an impressive edible oil refining capacity of 1,775 MT, we utilise a fully integrated vertical structure to manage every part of the manufacturing process.
Headquartered in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, NK Proteins operates two state-of-the-art manufacturing plants: one on Kadi-Thol Road near Ahmedabad and another in Akola, Maharashtra. Additionally, we are a leading producer and exporter of castor oil and its derivatives, further enhancing our contribution to both domestic and international markets.
Our commitment to delivering high-quality goods and services has made NK Proteins a staple in Indian households, consistently meeting the evolving demands of our customers with excellence and integrity.
With a diverse portfolio of edible oil products ranging from rice bran oil to cold-pressed oil, how does NK Proteins ensure consistent quality across its offerings? Can you discuss the company’s approach to quality control and assurance?
This story is from the JUNE - 2024 edition of Food & Beverages Processing.
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