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In a significant policy move, the Central government has slashed the reserve price of rice sold by the Food Corporation of India (FCI) under the Open Market Sale Scheme (OMSS) by ₹550 per quintal, bringing it down to ₹2,250. The reduction aims to bolster food security initiatives and promote ethanol production by making rice more accessible to key stakeholders. Read More

India’s agriculture and food processing sectors have consistently emphasised the need for robust support in cold storage infrastructure and logistics. This demand has been reiterated ahead of the Union Budget 2025, as stakeholders recognise that these areas are crucial for reducing post-harvest losses, ensuring better price realisation for farmers, and maintaining food quality throughout the supply chain. Read More

The Indian beverage industry has urged the Union Government to reconsider the new norms for recycling PET bottles, which shall come into force from April 1, 2025. Read More

Busy kitchens across India now have a new hero—CURRYiT, one of the most loved food startups, has launched preservative and chemical-free tomato puree. For anyone who loves cooking but does not have time to deal with subpar ingredients, CURRYiT’s tomato puree is the answer. It is made with nothing but 100% fresh, farm-grown tomatoes—no preservatives, no additives, just pure, rich flavor that will bring every dish to life. Now you can enjoy the convenience of a store-bought product without compromising on quality or health. Read More

Blue Tribe Foods, a leading name in plant-based, health-conscious snacks, is thrilled to announce the launch of its all-new Sweet Potato Fries. Available in a 420g pack for Rs. 250, these fries offer a unique blend of great taste and significant health benefits, making them the perfect snack for those looking to fuel their day with wholesome, natural ingredients. Read More

The Delhi High Court has issued a notice to Dabur India Limited following a plea by Tata-owned Capital Foods, alleging trademark infringement over the term “Schezwan Chutney.” Capital Foods, which markets its product under the brand name “Ching’s Schezwan Chutney,” has claimed that Dabur’s use of the term “Schezwan” in its product line launched in 2024 misleads consumers and infringes on its registered trademark. Read More

The US Food and Drug Administration (US FDA), has placed a ban on the use of synthetic food dye that gives candies, cakes and certain oral medications a cherry-red colour. US FDA banned the use of synthetic food dye Red No. 3, following evidence that the dye causes cancer in laboratory rats. Read More

In a decision that would promote ease of doing business and also help consumers make informed choices, FSSAI has fixed the date of enforcement of labelling amendments specified under the Food Safety and Standards (Labelling and Display) Regulations 2020, starting from July 1 every year. The date of enforcement has been decided as July 1, every year, subject to minimum of 180 days from the date of notification for the amendments related to FSS (Labelling and Display) Regulations and also for any change in labelling specified in other FSS Regulations. Read More

As the Government prepares to declare MSP for sugar, experts feel that it may lead to inflation. Read More

The National Turmeric Board of India has been initiated by Union Minister for Commerce and Industries Piyush Goyal. Read More