Tomatoes are the most popular vegetable in the home garden. Tomatoes are widely grown in all parts of the world. They are available in a variety of sizes, shapes, and colors—including red, yellow, orange, and pink. Sizes vary from the bite sized cherry tomatoes to the giant beefsteak varieties. Tomatoes may be round, oblate (fruit are ?attened at the top and bottom), or pear shaped. Tomatoes are low in calories and a good source of vitamin C and antioxidants. Tomato, like other vegetables/fruits is a perishable commodity and has a shorter shelf life in normal temperature. Therefore, problems are faced in the supply chain due ton on existence of a cold chain system in the country which results in losses of product and drastic price variations. Tomato Paste provides a way out with extremely positive outcome both commercially and financially. Indeed, tomato consumption by the food processing industry revolves around the availability of user friendly intermediate products like tomato paste, puree, ketchup and sauces. Products, such as tomato paste/puree have potential demand with local fruit/vegetable processors as well as the retail market. Establishment of tomato processing facilities in the country can contribute in reducing the dependence of local industry on imported tomato paste. Tomato paste and puree are commonly consumed commodities in every household. It is liked by one and all because of its sweet sour taste. Uses & Applications The products suggested are sauce, ketchup and puree. They are made from tomato juice and many other ingredients and preservatives are added to it to enhance its shelf life and taste. These products are consumed by people of all age groups and demand is going up. These products can be made in states like Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, UP, HP, North Eastern states and so on. ? Market Survey Tomato processing industry is the pioneering sector in food processing industry. Although the dominant traditional processing line is tomato paste processing, peeled and diced tomatoes are the other promising products. Tomato paste processing plants are also suitable to process other fruits and vegetables during off season. There are many established national as well as regional brands but they have captured mainly the urban and elite markets and for a quality product, there is a vast market which can be penetrated by offering competitive prices. Apart from a growing household market, other lucrative segment is eateries, restaurants, sandwich makers, fast food joints etc. Marketing would play a crucial role and placement, publicity, commission to retailers etc. are important aspects. Processed and conned tomato paste and tomato puree are consumed by urban households, hotels, restaurants, hospitals and the like. These products are supplied both from domestic production and imports. Financials & Comparison of Major Players/Companies Bhilai Engineering Corpn. Ltd. Bilati (Orissa) Ltd. Fortune Foods Ltd. Freshtrop Fruits Ltd. Heinz India Pvt. Ltd. Kartikeya Agro Products Ltd. Nijjer Agro Foods Ltd. Olam Exports (India) Ltd.