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Aseptic carton major SIG to enhance operations in India

Aseptic carton major SIG to enhance operations in India

The company plans to build a new plant in IndiaSwiss firm SIG is looking to enhance its operations in India, considering strategic investment in a new packaging plant. SIG is on a strong growth track and

Food
Sleepy Owl, NOTO announce launch of limited edition ‘Chocolate Coffee Fudgsicles’

Sleepy Owl, NOTO announce launch of limited edition ‘Chocolate Coffee Fudgsicles’

Mochaccino is now on a stick with Zero added sugarSleepy Owl, New Delhi-based DTC coffee brand, in collaboration with NOTO has announced the launch of the limited edition ‘Chocolate Coffee Fudgsicles’. With NOTO’s trademark, low-calorie ice cream infused with

Global
War drives large increases in international prices for wheat, maize and vegetable oils: FAO

War drives large increases in international prices for wheat, maize and vegetable oils: FAO

FAO Food Price Index posts significant leap in MarchWorld food commodity prices made a significant leap in March to reach their highest levels ever, as war in the Black Sea region spread shocks through markets

Research
Study links healthy plant-based diets with lower risk of developing diabetes

Study links healthy plant-based diets with lower risk of developing diabetes

Consumption of healthy plant-based foods, including fruits, vegetables, nuts, coffee, and legumes, is associated with a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes (T2D)According to a new research published in Diabetologia, the consumption of healthy

Hesa steps into consumer segment with range of lentils, spices, grains

Hesa steps into consumer segment with range of lentils, spices, grains

Using a robust supply chain and user-friendly API, Hesa creates business and employment opportunities in remote areasHyderabad-based rural marketplace Hesa has launched a household consumer brand called SUHAS.  The new consumer segment will offer a wide range

Events
Consensus emerges on millets protein in international consultation

Consensus emerges on millets protein in international consultation

International millets webinar by PBFIAA consultation cum webinar was organized virtually on 8th April by Plant Based Foods Industry Association (PBFIA) in association with National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship Management (NIFTEM)- Thanjavur under Ministry of

Latest News
Indian banana and baby corn receive market access in Canada

Indian banana and baby corn receive market access in Canada

This decision of the Government of Canada would immensely enhance India’s export earningsThe negotiations between National Plant Protection Organisations of India and Canada on market access for Indian Banana and Baby corn has resulted in

Policy
Cabinet approves distribution of fortified rice across government schemes

Cabinet approves distribution of fortified rice across government schemes

Entire cost of rice fortification (around Rs 2,700 crore per annum) would be borne by the govtThe Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has accorded its approval for supply

Nutritionals
GFI India calls for National Mission for Smart Protein

GFI India calls for National Mission for Smart Protein

The Mission brings together government, industry, and science to build a sunrise smart protein sector boosting economic growth and benefiting public and planetary healthThe Good Food Institute India (GFI India), the central expert organization, thought

Food
Rebel Foods buys majority stake in chocolate brand Smoor

Rebel Foods buys majority stake in chocolate brand Smoor

SMOOR has reached $50 million valuation with this acquisitionMumbai-based Rebel Foods has invested an undisclosed amount in acquiring a majority stake in luxury chocolate brand Smoor. The investment is in line with the company’s plans