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he QSR brand partners with chef Ranveer Brar to promote inclusive indulgence through new quinoa and chickpea-based momos. Read More

The coconut tree (Cocos nucifera) is one of the world’s most versatile and valuable plant species. Capable of producing food, fuel, cosmetics, building materials, growing media and cosmetic compounds, it’s no wonder that in the Philippines, the coconut is known as the Tree of Life. The global market for coconut products is predicted to reach $53.4 billion by 2033, thanks to annual growth rates of around ten per cent. Read More

Britannia Good Day, one of India’s most loved biscuit brands, has launched a special edition ‘Flavours of Equality’ pride pack, a refreshing take on inclusion, representation and the spirit of Pride Month. Read More

In a decisive move to strengthen food safety standards, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has mandated 100% inspection of all packaged drinking water facilities across Maharashtra. The directive, aimed at ensuring the safety and quality of drinking water, was issued during a high-level review meeting. Read More

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved a proposal from the Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare to establish International Potato Centre (CIP)’s South Asia Regional Centre (CSARC) at Agra, Uttar Pradesh. The major objective of this investment is to increase food and nutrition security, farmers income, and job creation by improving potato and sweetpotato productivity, post-harvest management and value-addition. The potato sector in India has the potential to generate significant employment opportunities in production sector, processing sector, packaging, transportation, marketing, value chain. Hence, in order to untap and explore the huge potential in this sector, International Potato Centre (CIP) ‘s south Asia regional Centre is being established at Singna, Agra, Uttar Pradesh. High yielding, nutrient and climate resilient varieties of potato and sweetpotato developed by CSARC will significantly accelerate the sustainable development of the potato and sweetpotato sectors not only in India but in the South Asia region also through world-class science and innovation.

Importers of edible oil have reportedly cancelled deals of over 65,000 metric tonne of crude palm oil scheduled for July to September quarter.  Read More

Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan, held a meeting in New Delhi and approved the procurement of moong and urad in Madhya Pradesh, and urad in Uttar Pradesh under the Price Support Scheme (PSS). He also discussed procurement logistics with the respective state agriculture ministers and issued necessary instructions to NAFED, NCCF and state officials. Read More

Country Delight announced the launch of its all-new lactose-free Oats Beverage, marking its foray into the rapidly growing plant-based drink segment. Designed for health-conscious consumers seeking a nutritious and affordable alternative, the beverage is crafted with the same commitment to purity, quality and freshness that the brand is known for. Read More

he Union government on Wednesday approved a proposal to set up the South Asia regional research centre of the International Potato Centre (CIP) in Agra entailing financial support of Rs 111.5 crore. Read More

Country Delight, India’s trusted kitchen essentials brand, announced the launch of its all-new Oats Beverage, marking its foray into the rapidly growing plant-based drink segment. Designed for health-conscious consumers seeking a nutritious and affordable alternative, Country Delight’s Oats beverage is crafted with the same commitment to purity, quality, and freshness that the brand is known for. Read More