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Multi Fruit Juice and Squash

This business processes locally sourced fruits into high-quality fruit juices and squashes for both local and regional markets. The facility utilizes extraction, filtration, sterilization, and bottling technologies to produce shelf-stable beverages with added nutrients.

Project cost & finance

Cost of Project

figures in ₹ Lakhs

Building & Civil Work6
Plant & Machinery12.24
Furniture & Fixtures0.5
Other Misc. Assets0.5
Working Capital5.56
Total24.8

Means of Finance

figures in ₹ Lakhs

Own Contribution2.48
Term Loan16.87
Working Capital Loan5.45
Total24.8

Raw materials & machinery

Machinery & equipment8

Raw materials4

Manufacturing process

  1. Sorting, washing, peeling, and cleaning of ripe fruits.
  2. Crushing fruits using a fruit mill.
  3. Extracting juice using a hydraulic press.
  4. Filtering the juice to remove seeds and fibers.
  5. Mixing with sugar, additives, preservatives, and flavors.
  6. Homogenizing and pasteurizing the solution.
  7. Filling into sterilized bottles followed by cooling and packing.

Market

The business targets health-conscious consumers in urban areas, schools, hotels, and restaurants. Distribution is managed through wholesalers, retailers, and distributors, with potential for promotional campaigns and media advertising to build brand presence.

From the project report

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