Guides & Resources

Pest control & distribution,
explained for India

Seasonal pest guides for homes, and straight-talking playbooks for anyone building an FMCG distribution business.

Indian kirana store owner stocking FMCG products
Distributor Corner

What Retail Outlets Should a New FMCG Distributor Target First?

Which retail outlets a new FMCG distributor should target first in India — start with kirana and general stores, then add modern and institutional trade.

D&H India Editorial Desk · 28 Jun 2026
Pest control product distribution across Kerala
Distributor Corner

Starting a Pest Control Products Distributorship in Kerala

How to start a pest control products distributorship in Kerala — market demand, costs, Form VI licence and the benefit of local Thrissur sourcing.

D&H India Editorial Desk · 25 Jun 2026
FMCG supply chain from super stockist to distributor to retailer
Distributor Corner

Super Stockist vs Distributor vs C&F Agent — Which Should You Apply For?

Super stockist vs distributor vs C&F agent explained — investment, margins, coverage and which role a newcomer should apply for in India.

D&H India Editorial Desk · 13 Jun 2026
Insecticide formulation and quality testing in a laboratory
Distributor Corner

Insecticide Licence in India: Form VI, CIB&RC and What Distributors Must Know

What distributors must know about the insecticide licence in India — Form VI, CIB&RC registration, fees, validity and common compliance mistakes.

D&H India Editorial Desk · 10 Jun 2026
Calculating FMCG distributor margins in India
Distributor Corner

FMCG Distributor Margin in India — Realistic Numbers by Category

Realistic FMCG distributor margins in India by category, from 3% on staples to 15% on niche lines, and why stock turnover matters more.

D&H India Editorial Desk · 07 Jun 2026
Working capital and investment needed for an FMCG distributorship
Distributor Corner

Distributorship Investment in India: How Much Do You Actually Need?

A clear breakdown of distributorship investment in India — stock, deposit, godown, vehicle and working capital — with realistic rupee figures.

D&H India Editorial Desk · 04 Jun 2026
New FMCG distributor team in India
Distributor Corner

How to Get an FMCG Distributorship in India: Complete 2026 Guide

A practical 2026 guide to getting an FMCG distributorship in India: eligibility, documents, investment, margins and the exact appointment steps.

D&H India Editorial Desk · 01 Jun 2026