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Agriculture Wholesale Company for Sale in Coimbatore, India

Fish processing unit offering cold chain farmed fish home delivery through online stores, seeks investment.
This Business is on a Premium Plan
Established 1-5 year(s)
Employees 5 - 10
Legal Entity Private Limited Company
Reported Sales USD 20 - 30 thousand
Run Rate Sales USD 28 thousand
EBITDA Margin Operating at loss
Industries Agriculture Wholesale
Locations  Coimbatore
Local Time 6:40 PM Asia / Kolkata
Listed By Business Owner / Director
Status Active
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Full Sale
Asking Price: USD 230 thousand (Native Currency: INR 20,000,000)
Reason: With the founder preparing for retirement and no legacy planning in place, this presents a strategic... View More
Includes physical assets worth USD 29 thousand
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Business Overview
- A DPIIT-registered startup supported by the Ministry of Fisheries and Animal Husbandry, Government of India, this company is revolutionizing fish retail through precision, innovation, and a hyperlocal approach.
- Currently operating in Coimbatore, the business sells directly to consumers via local online marketplaces (B2C model) and serves over 3,750 active customers, with an average order value (AoV) of ₹685. It continues to grow steadily, adding around 80 new customers per month.
- The company has the capacity to process 32 tons of raw material per month across three shifts, sourced from an extensive network of ethically farmed fish producers across five states. This reliable supply chain, built over the last 3 years, ensures consistent quality and availability, forming the backbone of its concept.
- A 0–4°C cold chain, managed in-house, ensures product integrity and supports an efficient revenue cycle, enabling rapid scale-up without compromising quality.
- The company maintains optimized unit economics, delivering competitive pricing in Coimbatore while achieving an impressive 55% average gross margin.
- Its hyperlocal, integrated approach drives deep community engagement through native-language communication and locally rooted teams, fostering trust and long-term relationships with customers.
- The business is strategically redefining fish retail with laser-focused targeting in dense, high-potential pin codes, blending conventional and modern marketing tactics for maximum reach and customer conversion.
- Going beyond direct-to-consumer (D2C) sales, the company is also establishing a traditional FMCG distribution model through retail stores, enabling access to diverse market segments and reshaping how farmed fish reach consumers.
- While not yet profitable due to its early-stage nature, the business plans to expand into Bangalore, Chennai and Hyderabad, projecting to achieve profitability within the next 1.5 to 2 years.
- The business is formally registered with the MCA and holds a valid GST registration, underlining its compliance and readiness for scale.
- The business requires 7 permanent employees to manage operations across management, the processing unit, and sales.
- This venture is more than just a fish retail business, it represents a movement toward ethical sourcing, operational excellence, and sustainable expansion in India’s evolving food retail landscape.
Products & Services Overview
- Revolutionizing India’s aquaculture industry by introducing the first-ever 100% traceable, residue-free, and odor-free fish.
- Through our online store, we offer over 40 SKUs of farmed fish, carefully sourced from various farms across five states.
- Currently focused on the Coimbatore marketplace, we target SEC A and SEC A+ customer segments, covering 57 pincodes.
- Our expansion strategy includes scaling operations into major megacities such as Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, and other emerging urban centers.
- Our product range includes a mix of economical and premium categories. The faster-selling fishes in the economical category are Roopchand, Basa, and Catla, while our premium segment features Asian seabass, trout, prawns, and snakehead.
- All products are delivered in a ready-to-cook format, maintained within a 0–4°C cold chain to ensure maximum freshness and product integrity throughout the delivery process.
Assets Overview
Physical assets:
Operational excellence & scalable infrastructure:
- Fully functional fish processing unit: Capacity to process 32 tons/month of raw material across three shifts.
Robust equipment setup:
- Diesel generator set (3-phase) ensuring uninterrupted operations.
- Vacuum sealing machine for superior packaging and freshness retention.
- Chiller & dripper maintaining optimal storage conditions.
- 5 freezers for extended cold storage.
- 7 food-grade stainless steel tables enhancing hygiene standards.
- 15 cold chain delivery bags ensuring temperature-controlled logistics.
Technology-driven operations & efficient systems:
- Integrated IT infrastructure: Includes routers, cameras, printers, and laptops for seamless management.
- Well-equipped office setup: Includes furniture, water dispensers, and workspace essentials for operational efficiency.
Intangible assets:
Established market presence & growing customer base:
- Current customer base: 3,750+ active customers.
- Consistent growth: Adding an average of 80 new customers per month.
- Brand recognition: A well-known and actively searched brand for fish in Coimbatore.
- Average basket size: ₹685 per order, showcasing strong consumer spending patterns.
- E-commerce capability: Fully mapped Shopify online store with integrated product processes and payment gateways.
- Digital presence: Active social media engagement, reinforcing brand visibility and customer interaction.
Facilities Overview
An operational office equipped with a micro processing unit for fish, spanning 3,000 sq. ft. of rental premises in Kalapatti. The processing unit strictly adheres to food safety guidelines and is fitted with air-cooling systems to maintain optimal working conditions. Additionally, a generator set ensures uninterrupted operations during electricity downtimes, guaranteeing efficiency and reliability.
Capitalization Overview
The business is financed through a combination of equity investments and convertible debts from close friends and family members. Additionally, we have secured a loan from Canara Bank, which was essential to leverage the back-end subsidy provided by the Government of India under the PMMSY Scheme.
There are 2 directors in the business.
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