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Food safety in Australia and New Zealand is underpinned by a long-standing, science-based bi-national food regulation system that has safeguarded consumers for decades. This strong foundation positions both countries well to adapt to the rapid changes in food systems we are seeing today. As climate pressures, global supply chain shifts, new food production techniques and rapid advances in technology reshape how food is grown, manufactured, transported, sold and consumed, Australia and New Zealand’s joint food regulation system stands ready to respond. Read More

Many times, we are attracted to bright yellow sweets in the nearby sweetmeat shop or yellow chickpeas in the market. These appealing foods could be dangerous to our health. They may be adulterated with synthetic dyes, such as Auramine. Auramine O, an artificial dye not permitted for use in foods, keeps appearing in various food items, including bright yellow chickpeas, sweets, turmeric powder, street food snacks, and savoury items, and is a public health concern in India. Taking note of this problem, (1) the food authorities have recently come out with an order to initiate targeted enforcement actions, including inspection, sampling, testing, and subsequent actions for products that are vulnerable to adulteration by auramine in organised, unorganised sectors, e-commerce, for manufacturing, processing, storage, distribution, and sale of such products. Read More

A high level committee of Indian Government think tank NITI Ayog has recommended end to licences, permits and NOC requirements for businesses. Read More

Indian rice exporters on Tuesday said the US threat of imposing additional tariffs on Indian rice is “not a major concern”, asserting that demand remains steady and the export volumes to America are too small to significantly impact the sector. Read More

Authentication Solution Providers’ Association (ASPA) has noted that the  recent FSSAI action against beverages misusing the ORS label underscores the critical importance of accurate labelling. Read More

Food Processing Secretary, Mr. A.P. Das Joshi asked corporates to invest more in the sector to enhance the processing level from the current low of 12 per cent and also boost exports of processed food items. Read More

India’s rice export sector is entering a period of recalibration as the government tightens food security regulations to safeguard domestic supplies. The country exported 20.1 million tonnes of rice worth $12.95 billion in FY24–25, retaining its position as the world’s largest rice exporter. But frequent policy interventions — from export bans to stricter documentation norms — are reshaping the market and forcing exporters to adjust quickly. Read More

Nutrica, the lifestyle and wellness brand under BN Agritech Limited, has strengthened its presence in the health-focused FMCG space with the launch of its new Nutrica Peanut Butter range. Introduced on December 1, 2025, the product marks the brand’s entry into the fast-growing peanut butter category and reinforces its aim of building a comprehensive, function-first wellness portfolio. The new range is now available across general trade stores in 14 major cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, Pune and Chandigarh. Read More

The government is working on the next round of the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for the food processing sector, Food Processing Secretary, Mr. A P Das Joshi indicating continued policy push to bolster manufacturing and value addition in the industry. Read More

CavinKare has expanded its beverages line with the launch of an orange cream biscuit drink and a premium malt milkshake, reported PTI, citing a company official. Read More