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“We saw a market dominated either by loose, unbranded staples with no accountability, or by big brands charging a premium simply for their name”

“We saw a market dominated either by loose, unbranded staples with no accountability, or by big brands charging a premium simply for their name”

India’s packaged food landscape is witnessing a shift as agritech firms explore downstream integration to tap into growing demand for safe, traceable staples. In this interview with NuFFooDS Spectrum, Rohit Pajni, Head of Consumer Packaged

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Inside BENEO’s new pulse plant: pioneering sustainable protein from faba beans

Inside BENEO’s new pulse plant: pioneering sustainable protein from faba beans

Christian Philippsen, Managing Director at BENEO Asia Pacific As global consumer preferences increasingly shift towards healthier and more sustainable food options, BENEO, a leading manufacturer of functional ingredients and part of the Südzucker Group, is

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“We aim to collaborate with government nutrition programmes and explore international markets to further our impact”

“We aim to collaborate with government nutrition programmes and explore international markets to further our impact”

Following the recent milestone where Shark Tank-funded and PV Sindhu-backed Better Nutrition secured Rs 10 crore in funding from top-tier investors across Google, Meta, and more, NUFFOODS Spectrum took an opportunity to speak with Prateek

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“Promoting ‘Brand India’ through global campaigns for premium food products can help exporters stand out in crowded international markets”

“Promoting ‘Brand India’ through global campaigns for premium food products can help exporters stand out in crowded international markets”

Vikram Marwaha, Joint Managing Director of DRRK Foods India’s Basmati rice industry has witnessed robust growth, with exports surpassing Rs 5.2 billion in FY 2024. Challenges like geopolitical tensions, regulatory complexities, and shifting trade policies,

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“The branded ingredients market is growing rapidly, driven by demand for clinically backed, differentiated actives”

“The branded ingredients market is growing rapidly, driven by demand for clinically backed, differentiated actives”

Madhu Krishnamani, Founder and Managing Director, Botanic Healthcare Botanic Healthcare, incorporated in 2013, is dedicated to transforming well-being by providing science-backed nutraceutical ingredients, supported by decades of expertise in R&D and a strong focus on

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Price point is an entry barrier in sports nutrition for a large set of consumers

Price point is an entry barrier in sports nutrition for a large set of consumers

Divay Jain, Co-Founder, Nutrabay In the rapidly expanding sports nutrition sector in India, the role of reliable and authentic supplements has become increasingly significant. To gain deeper insights into the evolving landscape of sports nutrition

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The US, Turkey and Iran are increasingly looking towards India for export of nuts and dry fruits

The US, Turkey and Iran are increasingly looking towards India for export of nuts and dry fruits

Gunjan Jain, President, NDFC(I) The dry fruits and nuts industry faces challenges like price volatility, import dependency and supply chain issues. Keeping this in mind, the Nuts & Dry Fruits Council of India, NDFC (I)

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As a deterrent, FSSAI could ban all loose edible oil sales, increase sampling, testing and implement stricter penalties

As a deterrent, FSSAI could ban all loose edible oil sales, increase sampling, testing and implement stricter penalties

P Chandra Shekhara Reddy, Senior Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Gemini Edibles & Fats India Ltd To diversify its offerings and strengthen its presence in the Indian food market, Gemini Edibles and Fats India Ltd

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India’s probiotics market faces challenges like low consumer awareness and regulatory gaps

India’s probiotics market faces challenges like low consumer awareness and regulatory gaps

Dr Neetu Kumar Taneja, Food Microbiologist and Nano biotechnologist, NIFTEM, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Kundli, Haryana Probiotics have emerged as a significant player in the health and wellness sector, offering promising benefits for gut

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Our emphasis on data-driven policy decisions can help India refine its approaches to tackling malnutrition

Our emphasis on data-driven policy decisions can help India refine its approaches to tackling malnutrition

Prof Eileen Gibney, Director, UCD Institute of Food & Health, Ireland With the global food landscape rapidly evolving, nations are grappling with ensuring sustainable food production while maintaining nutritional integrity. Ireland’s Food Vision 2030 aims