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India has prohibited the imports of roasted Areca nuts priced below ₹351 per kg, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) said in a notification, adding that the ban is not applicable to imports by 100% export-oriented units (EOUs) in SEZs and imports under the Advance Authorisation Scheme. Read More

To connect agricultural innovators with international markets, a cross-border agri-platform Global AgXelerate was launched here on Wednesday, positioning India as a critical node in the global agri-innovation network. Read More

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday assured farmers that the government will continue support to improve their income. She inaugurated the Farmers’ Training and Common Facility Centre in Karnataka’s Raichur district aimed at boosting the pulse value chain and empowering farmers. Read More

The Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), has emphasised greater cooperation between India and global companies in his interactions with food industry players at recently held Anuga 2025 in Germany. Read More

The Uttar Pradesh Government has approved 13 new projects under the UP Food Processing Policy. According to reports, the decision was taken during a meeting of the State-level Empowered Committee chaired by the Agricultural Production Commissioner recently in Lucknow. Read More

rime Minister Narendra Modi launched two welfare schemes worth ₹35,440 crore for the agriculture sector, aimed at empowering farmers in 100 identified districts for the PM Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojana and making India self-reliant in pulses production through Dalhan Atmanirbharta Mission. Read More

The Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Government of India, has expanded the National Agriculture Market (e-NAM) by adding nine new commodities, raising the total tradable items to 247. This move responds to demands from farmers and traders for broader market access and deeper integration. The Directorate of Marketing and Inspection (DMI) developed tradable parameters for these commodities after consultations with stakeholders and approval from Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan. These standards ensure farmers receive fair prices based on quality, reducing middlemen’s influence. The new commodities include Green Tea, Mustard Oil, Virgin Olive Oil, and Broken Rice. This expansion strengthens e-NAM as a transparent, quality-driven platform, empowering farmers and boosting India’s agricultural economy. Read More

The National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management, Kundli (NIFTEM-K), celebrated its 6th convocation and 13th foundation day with key dignitaries including Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood and Dr. V.K. Paul. A total of 262 students received degrees, with seven earning gold medals. Speakers emphasized NIFTEM-K’s pivotal role in driving innovation, research, and entrepreneurship in India’s food processing sector. The institute showcased achievements like 17 patents filed, 18 technologies transferred, and 15 industry MoUs signed. Focus was placed on combining science with industry and farmer needs, fostering startups, and promoting “Local for Global” food initiatives. The event highlighted NIFTEM-K’s vision to become a global leader in food technology education and innovation. Read More

PepsiCo’s snack business grew 2.5% organically in Q3 2025, with India as a key contributor. While net revenue rose, operating profit declined, and global beverage sales dipped 1%. The company projects low single-digit organic growth for the full year. Read More

iD Fresh Food is in advanced talks to raise around ₹1,200 crore from private equity firms like Carlyle and Kedaara, along with possible contributions from HNIs and family offices. The deal may value the company between ₹4,000–5,000 crore, with existing investors expected to offload only a minimal stake. Read More