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Govt unveils CBDC-based Digital Food Coupon Pilot in Gujarat

Govt unveils CBDC-based Digital Food Coupon Pilot in Gujarat

The system will address challenges related to biometric authentication and e-POS operational issues while ensuring secure, traceable and real-time transactions The Government of India has launched a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)-based Digital Food Currency

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Proposed US tariff cut to 18 per cent sparks optimism: Indian rice exporters

Proposed US tariff cut to 18 per cent sparks optimism: Indian rice exporters

Expect stronger competitiveness and higher shipments The Indian Rice Exporters Federation (IREF), through Dr Prem Garg, National President would like to clarify the potential impact of the recently announced indication that Indian-made goods may be

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Govt issues show cause notices to edible oil companies for VOPPA non-compliance

Govt issues show cause notices to edible oil companies for VOPPA non-compliance

Third awareness workshop is proposed to be held on February 16, 2026 at Rajkot, Gujarat, considering the significant presence of edible oil processing units in the region The Government of India has strengthened regulatory oversight

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Union Minister for Food Processing Industries chairs meeting on misleading publicity related to processed foods

Union Minister for Food Processing Industries chairs meeting on misleading publicity related to processed foods

Chirag Paswan highlighted that food processing is critical for food safety, nutrition, reduction of wastage and enhancement of farmers’ incomes The Union Minister for Food Processing Industries, Chirag Paswan, chaired the second meeting of the

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Union Budget 2026-27: Powering India’s Food Value Chain

Union Budget 2026-27: Powering India’s Food Value Chain

Experts see Budget 2026-27 as a positive move for the food industry As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026–27, it became evident that India’s agri-food ecosystem is entering a new phase of

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Odisha exports 51 kgs strawberries from Dhenkanal to London

Odisha exports 51 kgs strawberries from Dhenkanal to London

The strawberries were cultivated and aggregated by Saptasajya Agro Producer Company Odisha’s agri export journey reached a landmark moment with the first time export of 51 kg of fresh strawberries from Dhenkanal district to London.

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India-EU FTA sees favourable market access for India’s agri and processed food exports

India-EU FTA sees favourable market access for India’s agri and processed food exports

Key commodities such as tea, coffee, spices, fresh fruits and vegetables, and processed foods will gain enhanced competitiveness Prime Minister Narendra Modi and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, jointly announced the conclusion of

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Dept of Fisheries approves Rs 199.24 Cr smart, integrated fishing harbour at Andaman & Nicobar Islands

Dept of Fisheries approves Rs 199.24 Cr smart, integrated fishing harbour at Andaman & Nicobar Islands

The Development of the Smart and Integrated Fishing Harbour will create safe landing and berthing facilities for 430 fishing vessels and cater to an annual fish landing of 9,900 tonnes The Department of Fisheries, Ministry

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Gulfood 2026 sees over 500 Indian cos participate

Gulfood 2026 sees over 500 Indian cos participate

Eight Indian startups showcase agri-food innovation at Gulfood 2026 India marked a strong and strategic presence at Gulfood 2026, the world’s largest annual food and beverage trade exhibition, as the Country Partner, underscoring its growing

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Milky Mist signs MoU with Maharashtra Govt at Davos for large-scale milk processing, dairy products

Milky Mist signs MoU with Maharashtra Govt at Davos for large-scale milk processing, dairy products

The agreement was executed by Dr K Rathnam, CEO, Milky Mist, marking a significant step in the company’s expansion plans beyond southern India Milky Mist Dairy Food signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the