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Australia provides new market access of avocados to India

Australia provides new market access of avocados to India

Australia exported a record $55 million of avocados in 2022 Australian Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Murray Watt has said that Australia and India has agreed on two-way agricultural trade that will provide new

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Understanding barriers and facilitators for rice fortification in India

Understanding barriers and facilitators for rice fortification in India

Micronutrient deficiency, also known as ‘hidden hunger’, is a serious problem worldwide. This condition is prevalent where rice is a staple diet. Micronutrient deficiency affects all age groups and the burden is more among children

Research
New studies link almond consumption with prediabetes in Indians

New studies link almond consumption with prediabetes in Indians

Eating almonds before meals improved blood sugar levels in some people with prediabetes Two new research studies with almonds, one conducted over three days and the other over three months, demonstrated benefits to blood sugar

Food
India’s first Turkish ice cream brand Twisting Scoops further expands to Mumbai

India’s first Turkish ice cream brand Twisting Scoops further expands to Mumbai

On an expansion spree in India as well as the international market Twisting Scoops, India’s first Turkish ice cream brand, has launched its second outlet in Mumbai and 45th in India. The brand which recently

Policy
FSSAI specifies comprehensive group standard for millets

FSSAI specifies comprehensive group standard for millets

To be enforced from 1st September 2023 The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has specified a comprehensive group standard for millets vide Food Safety and Standards (Food Products Standards and Food Additives)

Events
India puts focus on export promotion of millets at GULFOOD 2023

India puts focus on export promotion of millets at GULFOOD 2023

APEDA inks MoU with Government of UAE to strengthen the trade further Agricultural and Process Food Export Development Authority (APEDA) participated in the 28th edition of Gulfood 2023, held in United Arab Emirates (UAE). In

Food
Hindustan Unilever sells atta and salt biz to Singapore-based firm

Hindustan Unilever sells atta and salt biz to Singapore-based firm

Deal envisages the transfer of trademarks, copyrights and other intellectual properties associated with India and several other geographies Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) has signed an agreement for the sale of its atta and salt business

Dietary Supplements
Herbalife Nutrition India enters eye health segment with new supplement

Herbalife Nutrition India enters eye health segment with new supplement

Ocular Defense is a scientifically designed formula containing a combination of lutein and zeaxanthin In line with its commitment to nutrition and wellness, the global nutrition company, Herbalife Nutrition India, has entered the eye health

People
Association of Food Scientists & Technologists elects Nilesh Lele as Vice President 

Association of Food Scientists & Technologists elects Nilesh Lele as Vice President 

To promote the rational and economic development of food science and technology in the country  Nilesh Lele, President at Chamber for Advancement of Small & Medium Businesses, has been elected as the Vice President of

FSSAI
FSSAI grants 5-star rating certification to Varanasi Cantt Railway Station

FSSAI grants 5-star rating certification to Varanasi Cantt Railway Station

The certification is part of the 'Eat Right India' movement- a large-scale effort by FSSAI Indian Railways’ Varanasi Cantt Railway Station has been awarded a 5- star 'Eat Right Station' certification for providing high-quality, nutritious food to