Nestlé is brewing up a coffee buzz in the ice cream world, with the first product launch featuring NESCAFÉ – which also breaks new ground for the company by using real soluble coffee in both…
Ever wondered what your favourite cookie would taste like with the richness of four nuts, Hazelnut, Cashew, Pista and Almond, all at once? Britannia Good Day, India’s largest cookie brand launched the all-new Good Day…
In its largest pilot to date, Carlsberg Group has revealed the trial of its new Fibre Bottle, putting the bio-based and fully recyclable beer bottle into the hands of consumers for the first time. With…
The newly launched baked range of Cornitos CRUSTIES would now be available at an economical rate of Rs 10 and would give a chance to consumers for snacking guilt-free anytime anywhere. Cornitos, the Made in…
At Mondelēz International, our purpose is to empower people to snack right through offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. That means delivering a broader range of delicious, high-quality snacks…
Salmonella bacteria have been discovered in the world’s biggest chocolate plant, run by Swiss giant Barry Callebaut in the Belgian town of Wieze, the firm said Thursday. A company spokesman told AFP that production had…
Parle Products, India’s leading biscuits, snacks and confectionery manufacturer, is expanding the portfolio of its flagship brands Parle G and Kismi with two new offerings – Parle G Oats & Berries and Parle G Kismi…
The Edible Oil Traders’ Association of India has urged the Union Government to ban the export of home-grown edible oil crops like coconut & groundnut seeds. The traders suggest that the indigenous edible oil and…
Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has given new directions emphasizing on Section 16(5) of Food Safety and Standards Act 2006. It sheds light on operationalization of Draft Food Safety and Standards (Food Product…
More than two decades ago, Clif Bar founder Gary Erickson rejected an offer to sell his company to Quaker Oats for $120 million. This week, Clif Bar decided the time and the price were finally…
Toblerone bars are still produced exclusively in Switzerland, but the world-renowned chocolate brand is planning an expansion. Under Swiss law, this change comes with a price. Toblerone is to lose the “of Switzerland” label from…
The draft of the Food Safety and Standards (Vegan Foods) Regulations, 2021, were published as required by sub-section (1) of section 92 of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 (34 of 2006) vide notification of the…
By collaborating with World Central Kitchen (WCK), Nestlé will help feed hungry people in communities that have been stricken by extreme weather events related to the climate crisis. Nestlé will support WCK in an initial one-year agreement…
As per the Direction under Section 16(5) of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006-reg, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has operationalized the standards of Crude Corn (Maize) oil. FSSAI has notifiedthe draft FSS (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) Amendment Regulations 2022 relating to the standards of Crude Corn(maize) Oil significantly in exercise of the power conferred under Section 92 of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. This draft amendment regulation has…
In a world where most restaurants and almost every home are using processed foods, there is a silent but growing movement of people who are committed to providing seasonal fresh food grown responsibly. One such…
The ‘Whisky Sour’ and the ‘Rum Punch’ join TAILS COCKTAILS PROFESSIONAL range Available now across Western Europe, with refreshed design Offers hospitality industry hassle-free, quality cocktails, at scale Creates a new revenue stream for thousands…
World’s first and pioneering Vegetarian food and lifestyle Standard Development organisation, Sattvik Council of India is starting its operations from its new regional office in Surat, Gujarat. The operations from Surat, known as Diamond city…
The Union Government has asked e-commerce food business operators (FBOs) to furnish the details of the current framework as well as a proposal on improving the consumer grievance redressal mechanism in the next 15 days….
As the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) decides to implement the display of information regarding nutrition on the menu in food services businesses, the establishments have time till June 30, 2022, to…
Strengthening its distinct position in the market, Kurkure, one of India’s most loved snack brands, has expanded its portfolio with its latest flavour innovation Kurkure Chatpata Cheese. The new flavour is a permanent addition to the Kurkure family and brings…
Adani Wilmar Limited (AWL) has announced the launch of its premium SKUs of regional rice in West Bengal on the occasion of World Food Safety Day. The newly purchased state-of-the-art rice facility is situated in…
Planting the seeds for a healthier future – for the Planet and its citizens – green food major Alt Co., India’s leader in this niche domain, announced that it has raised north of US$1 million…
In line with its sustainable strategy and alignment to the Sustainable Development Goals, McCain Food (India) launches the second edition of the India Sustainability Report 2021 titled- ‘Together-Towards Planet-Friendly Food’. The report showcases the company’s…
India’s first D2C seafood and meat brand Pescafresh is launching the world’s first live commerce tech property – Pescalive – in the seafood and meats space. Many customers believe that finding fresh, high-quality seafood online…
Announcement was made at the third ground-breaking ceremony in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh; in the presence of Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi; and Hon’ble Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath Additional investment of…
Food Safety and Standards Authority of India(FSSAI) under section 18(2)(d) in section 16(5) of Food Safety and Standards Act emphasized on operationalization of Food Safety and Standards (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) Amendment Regulations …
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has proposed to amend the Food Safety and Standards (Alcoholic Beverages) Regulations, 2018, to include provisions for declaration of info related to energy content. Although, the…
Turkish authorities have denied permission to Indian wheat consignment over phytosanitary concerns, prompting a ship to initiate its return journey on May 29, traders were quoted as saying by S&P Global Commodity Insights on Tuesday. According to…
On the occasion of upcoming World Environment Day 2022, Mother Dairy Fruit & Vegetable Pvt. Ltd., country’s leading milk and milk products major, reiterated its commitment towards a cleaner environment by pledging to become ‘Plastic…
FroGo, a food tech startup, has launched India’s first e-commerce store which exclusively caters to frozen food delivery. The changing lifestyle of the urban population is driving a great demand for frozen food items. The…
The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) is planning to operationalise four Mega Food Parks during the fiscal 2022-23. The MoFPI, while its deposition before the Parliamentary Committee on Food Processing Industries for Demands For…
Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has laid out Direction under Section 16(5) of Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 regarding operationalization of Draft Food Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) Amendment Regulations regarding the standards of Packaged Drinking Water other than Mineral Water. The apex body of food safety had…
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a direction to food safety departments of all the states for ensuring compliance with respect to the provisions of labelling of Multi Sourced Edible…
Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF) (Amul Federation), the largest food products organization in India, has announced the launch of ‘Amul organic atta’. Amul has been an outstanding example of the power of the farmer’s cooperative movement born…
Novolutions, the food tech startup behind premium handcrafted mocktail brand ‘Hippie’ has expanded its focus to plant-based protein with its new brand ‘Just Dig In!’ which offers a variety of plant-based meat snacks. Their plant-based…
With a vision to offer genuine organic wellness products and solutions for conscious and healthy living, Organic India, on the side-lines of International Tea Day, launched new and exciting variety of tea like Tulsi Detox…
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India(FSSAI) has published a draft regulations to amend the Food Safety and Standards (Packaging) Regulations, 2018. FSSAI proposes to make with previous approval of the Central Government, in…
CSIR-CFTRI researchers developed the ready mix for idli, fermented and dried instant idli/ dosa batter, and Idli, chutney, sambar in a tray under REPFED (Refrigerated Processed Foods of Extended Durability) technology. This enables the product…
Cultural Evening program of “Bhartiya Sabhyata Evam Sanskriti Parva” was organised by “Draupadi Dream Trust” in association with “India Tourism Development Corporation Ltd” on May 20th, 2022 at The Ashok Hotel, Diplomatic Enclave, Chanakyapuri. The…
The Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP) has signed a MoU with Centre for Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI) to initiate a joint effort in nurturing deep-science innovation in agriculture, food technology and allied…
The CEO, FSSAI, has asked food safety officials (FSOs) to focus on enforcement activities and ensure quality of the food products under their jurisdiction. He urged the above while speaking to them in Hyderabad during…
The Department of Food and Public Distribution is working tirelessly to ensure the implementation of ‘Rice Fortification’ to address malnutrition, anaemia, and micronutrient deficiencies. The storage and research division of the department is also overseeing…
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) along with the approval of all the competent authorities have come up with directions to ensure compliance in labeling of Multi Source Edible Vegetable Oil. As…
Mysuru: Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI) of the city will host the third edition of TechBharat 2022 between May 19 and 21. The theme of this event is transforming India’s Food Technology and Agronomic…
Around 60 persons took treatment at several hospitals after consuming the shawarma on April 30 from a cool bar in Cheruvathur in Kasaragod district. Later, tests confirmed bacterial infection triggered the severe food poisoning. A…
Health minister Veena George directed the Food Safety Commissioner to conduct an inquiry into the food poisoning case in Cheruvathur, and submit a report. Devananda, a 16-year-old girl died and around 30 other students and…
Aashirvaad Atta, India’s packaged atta brand, announced a special initiative ‘Raho Chaar Kadam Aage’. According to the company, this campaign is aimed at enabling homemakers to fulfill their innate need to be accomplished through upskilling…
The government has announced some relaxation to its order dated 13th May issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Department of Commerce, restricting wheat exports. It has been decided that wherever wheat consignments…
Nestlé a+ Mishti Doi with jaggery is a category-first innovation, launched this summer. The product is deliciously creamy and smooth, with a distinct caramelized taste of jaggery. Commenting on this new launch Mehernosh Malia, Head…
Coca-Cola introduces the first consistent, global advertising platform for its $20 billion Sprite brand. ‘Heat Happens’ will be released in 200 markets along with the new Sprite logo and visual identity. The historic campaign is…
India is the world’s second-largest wheat producer, and has about 10 per cent of the world’s grain reserves, according to data from the United States Department of Agriculture. For months now, global buyers were banking…
In a move aimed at providing a global platform for millet products, the Agricultural & Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) launched a variety of millet products for all age groups at affordable prices…
Announced by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries Government of India (MOFPI) and Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), the Plant-Based Foods Industry Association (PBFIA) is set to organize the 1st Plant-Based…
The Food Authority of India FSSAI has issued a direction saying that food businesses governed by the FSS Nutra Regulations 2022 may use some of the additives which are not present in the GMP (good…
The Central government has notified the Food Safety and Standards (Ayurveda Aahara) Regulations, 2022, stipulating standards and regulations related to food prepared in accordance with the recipes or ingredients or process as per method described…
Center fruit, the largest gum brand from the house of Perfetti Van Melle India (PVMI) has announced the launch of the all-new Center fruit Tennis ball-shaped gum. A first-of-its-kind in the country, the new gum…
Amidst the spike in ‘tomato flu’ cases in Kerala, public health department officials have begun screening children below 5 years arriving in Tamil Nadu at the Walayar border check post. A rare viral infection called…
World food commodity prices decreased in April after a large jump the previous month, led by modest declines in the prices of vegetable oils and cereals, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations…
FSSAI has modified the annual return filing process by making it annual instead of quarterly for manufacturer exporters. The food authority has issued an order in this regard and it will be implemented with effect…
The FSSAI has issued ‘Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)’ for Central Licensing Authorities (CLAs) to review ‘Third Party Audits (TPA)’. The SOP says that the CLAs were directed to initiate ‘necessary action’ against food businesses if…
Two godowns raided in Pulianthope and a house searched in Perambur A team of officials of the Food Safety Department on Monday raided a godown at Pulianthope and seized nearly 24,000 bottles of branded soft…
FarmRise by Bayer, a platform for Android mobile devices which provides agronomic information and counsel to smallholder farmers, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Association (MoA) with International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), an international…
In the presence of Prahlad Singh Patel, MoS (FPI), Anita Praveen, Secretary, MoFPI, and Senior Officials from the Ministry and NAFED, Pashupati Kumar Paras, Union Minister of Food Processing Industries, launched 3 One District One…
Herbalife Nutrition, has set an agenda for a healthy future as part of the Eat Right India campaign. At the recently concluded Eat Right Food Summit 2022 in Delhi, which brought government, politics and private sector…
Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has referred its earlier notification dated 8 March 2021 regarding the blending of Mustard Oil for production of Multi Sourced Edible Oil (MSEO) has been prohibited w.e.f….
Kikkoman Corporation, a producer of naturally brewed soy sauce, has announced the launch of a Oyster Flavored Sauce, which is 100% vegetarian, suitable for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians, for the first time in India. This…
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India(FSSAI) has received several complaints that a number of manufacturers of packaged drinking water (PDW) and Mineral water (MW) are manufacturing the products on FSSAI State/Central Licenses without…
Max Protein has recently expanded its protein portfolio adding Muesli Munchies to its basket, making sure to benefit from a post-COVID surge in in-home or on-the-go consumption of healthy protein rich food. Max Protein is…
Horlicks India, one of the leading brands in the health food drink category is foraying into the gummies segment. Horlicks Nutri Gummies have been scientifically designed to meet the demands of children who are 2…