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Policy
Major edible oil brands cut prices by Rs 10-15; Food Secretary highlights govt interventions

Major edible oil brands cut prices by Rs 10-15; Food Secretary highlights govt interventions

The surprise inspections conducted to check illegal stocking of edible oil had desired impact: Food Secretary The wholesale prices and retail prices of vanaspati, soyabean oil, sunflower oil and RBD palmolein have decreased over the

Research
Are vitamins a waste of money?

Are vitamins a waste of money?

There's no 'magic set of pills to keep you healthy.' Diet and exercise are key: Study Drawn to the allure of multivitamins and dietary supplements filling nutritional gaps in their diet, people in the US

Dietary Supplements
Givaudan backs development of botanical-infused chewing gum for children

Givaudan backs development of botanical-infused chewing gum for children

An innovative gum to naturally block sugar cravings in kids FoodTech startup Sweet Victory from Israel, has collaborated with Givaudan, SA to create a flavourful botanical-infused chewing gum for children. The prototype gum is designed

Nutritionals
Herbalife Nutrition inks partnership with World Bank to tackle malnutrition

Herbalife Nutrition inks partnership with World Bank to tackle malnutrition

Complements the Nutrition for Zero Hunger (NFZH) campaign, a global initiative started by Herbalife Nutrition The Herbalife Nutrition Foundation (HNF), a global nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and families around the world,

Allied Industry
Godrej records triple-digit growth for Deep Freezers owing to frozen foods’ popularity

Godrej records triple-digit growth for Deep Freezers owing to frozen foods’ popularity

In line with the brand’s commitment to energy efficiency and environment, Godrej was the first in India to introduce Deep Freezers with 4 star & 3 star certified BEE energy rating Godrej Appliances, business unit

Global
Kellogg Company announces separation of businesses

Kellogg Company announces separation of businesses

Plans to separate into three independent companies, by spinning off its U.S., Canadian, and Caribbean cereal and plant-based businesses Kellogg Company has announced that its Board of Directors has approved a plan to separate its North American

Allied Industry
Nandu’s seeks to raise awareness with ‘Right to Good Meat’ campaign

Nandu’s seeks to raise awareness with ‘Right to Good Meat’ campaign

Released a series of informative videos and launched a print and digital campaign Bengaluru-based meat retail brand Nandu’s is invoking consumers to exercise their right to buy and consume fresh and healthy meat. The brand

Technologies
Over 90% of consumers prefer brands which are reducing food waste: Capgemini Report

Over 90% of consumers prefer brands which are reducing food waste: Capgemini Report

Technology can help accelerate the fight against food waste Consumer consciousness around food waste has more than doubled in the past two years as rising food prices, supply chain challenges, the pandemic, and sustainability concerns

Policy
FSSAI to set standards for ‘clove stem’

FSSAI to set standards for ‘clove stem’

Clove Stem is a potential adulterant in clove/clove powder or masala powder According to a recent notice generated by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), the matter regarding standards for Clove Stem

Global
Mondelēz International buys energy bar maker for $2.9 B

Mondelēz International buys energy bar maker for $2.9 B

Augments well-being and sustainable snacking portfolio and continued expansion in Baked Snacks Mondelēz International, Inc. has announced an agreement to acquire Clif Bar & Company, leading US maker of nutritious energy bars with organic ingredients,