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In this issue

VOL 18 ISSUE 5 – January 16-31, 2026 Food and beverage News

Now, FSSAI to ascertain claims by cos based on scientific evidence

THE national food regulator, FSSAI, has decided to ascertain the claims made by the food businesses with respect to safety of a food product as per Indian food habits and based on scientific evidence.

1 mins

FBOs told to 'strictly' comply with scheme of testing water

THE FSSAI has directed food business operators (FBOs) involved in manufacturing/production of packaged drinking water and mineral water to 'strictly' comply with the scheme of testing of packaged drinking water and mineral water prescribed by the food authority from January 1, 2026.

1 mins

FTA boosts export of Vijayapura Gl-tagged lemon to Oman

THE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) or Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and Oman aims to strengthen bilateral economic ties.

1 mins

Traders express concern over oil imports from Nepal

EDIBLE oil traders in the country have expressed concern over the import of large quantities of the commodity from Nepal.

1 mins

Bangla unrest strains onion exports, disrupting regional trade

POLITICAL unrest and policy shifts in Bangladesh are putting renewed strain on the country's onion export dynamics, with ripple effects being felt across regional trade and food supply networks.

1 mins

Rice exporters seek subvention to ease cost pressures

Exporters argue that interest subvention would help offset higher interest rates and enable them to remain competitive against suppliers from countries such as Vietnam, Thailand, and Pakistan, where financing costs are relatively lower

1 mins

Maha to frame SOP to curb sale of spurious seeds

THE Maharashtra government has taken a decisive step to protect farmers from the growing menace of spurious and fake seeds in the state's agricultural markets by moving to craft a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) aimed at curbing their sale and distribution.

1 mins

FSSAI invites stakeholders to share info on safety & nutrition

THE food authority has invited all the stakeholders including citizens, researchers, professionals, FBOs and associations to contribute towards a safer food ecosystem by sharing relevant information/data on food safety and nutrition, helping FSSAI in policy formulations with respect to the food safety ecosystem.

1 mins

Panel takes suo motu cognisance of substd milk & paneer

THE Punjab Human Rights Commission has taken a suo motu cognisance of substandard milk and paneer being sold in markets in Chandigarh.

1 mins

Nestle recalls batches of infant formula following quality issue

NESTLE has initiated recall of some batches of its infant nutrition product including SMA, BEBA and NAN formulas following detection of a quality issue in Europe.

1 mins

Union Budget - As India negotiates FTAs, industry for policy reforms

THE Union Budget will be presented on Feb 1 and the food industry is expecting more policy reforms as India is negotiating more and more free trade agreements.

1 mins

As India-EU FTA talks end, Goyal visits Brussels

AS the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) talks are nearing end, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal is scheduled to visit Brussels for a significant two-day official trip from January 8-9, 2026.

1 mins

HC notice to HP on sampling & testing of products

THE Himachal High Court has sought answers from the State Food Safety department on sampling and testing of food products and issued a notice in this regard.

1 mins

Saudi opens largest meat processing facility

SAUDI Arabia has inaugurated its largest and most advanced meat processing facility in Buraidah, Al-Qassim, as part of the Kingdom's broader push to strengthen domestic food production and reduce reliance on imports.

1 mins

ofi unveils 'Spice Maps' sustainability strategy for spices

OFI (olam food ingredients), a global leader in naturally good food and beverage ingredients, has launched its first spices sustainability strategy, Spice Maps, marking a major push to enhance resilience and sustainability across spice supply chains.

1 mins

Tetra Pak maintains position on CDP leadership band

TETRA Pak has once again been recognised for its continued transparency and action on environmental issues by CDP, the global environmental disclosure system.

1 mins

Apax bets big on iD Fresh with Rs 1,300-cr

BRITISH private equity major Apax Partners is set to take a significant strategic position in India's burgeoning ready-to-cook food market by acquiring a 25% stake in Bengaluru-based iD Fresh Food for approximately Rs 1,300 crore.

1 mins

SLMG eyes Rs 10,000-cr revenue milestone in 2026

SLMG Beverages ended 2025 on a high note.

1 mins

Farmley nears Rs 400 cr as healthy snacking surges

NOIDA-based healthy snacking brand Farmley reported a sharp improvement in its financial performance for the fiscal year ended March 2025, with operating revenue approaching Rs 400 crore, driven by robust consumer demand for healthier snack alternatives like makhana, roasted nuts, seeds and date-based products.

1 mins

DSM acquires majority stake in Avyom

DSM Fresh Foods Limited, the technology-enabled fresh foods platform known for its Zappfresh brand, has taken a major strategic step by acquiring a 51 % controlling stake in Avyom Foodtech Private Limited, signalling a strong move into the ready-to-eat (RTE) and ready-to-cook (RTC) market segments.

1 mins

SED drives Parag Agro's 7000 TCD expansion

SPRAY Engineering Devices Limited (SED), a leading Indian clean-tech process engineering company, has successfully completed a major modernisation and expansion project for Parag Agro Foods & Allied Products Pvt. Ltd. at its sugar manufacturing facility in Ravadewadi, Pune, Maharashtra.

1 mins

Snacks & nutrition drive Kellanova's sales growth in FY25

GLOBAL snacking and convenience foods major Kellanova reported a strong sales performance in FY25, driven largely by robust demand across its snacks and nutrition portfolio, reinforcing the company's strategy to focus on high-growth, consumer-centric categories.

1 mins

DS Group ends partnership with Läderach in India

INDIAN Dharampal Satyapal Group (DS Group) has officially terminated its exclusive partnership with Swiss luxury chocolate brand Läderach, bringing to a close the three-year collaboration that introduced premium Swiss chocolates to the Indian market.

1 mins

Nandini rolls out Al-based counting to boost efficiency

KARNATAKA's leading dairy brand Nandini is set to introduce an AI-based product counting solution across its production and packaging facilities, marking a significant step toward digital transformation in dairy operations.

1 mins

Let's Try eyes Rs 1,000 cr by 2027-28

HOMEGROWN healthy snacking brand Let's Try has set its sights on scaling up dramatically over the next few years, targeting Rs 1,000 crore in revenue by FY 2027-28 and planning to transition into a public company with an initial public offering (IPO) by 2028.

1 mins

Bachchan joins Campa Sure as brand ambassador

BOLLYWOOD icon Amitabh Bachchan has been appointed as the brand ambassador for Campa Sure, the packaged drinking water brand from Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL), marking a high-profile endorsement in the competitive bottled water market.

1 mins

Annapurna to acquire majority stake in Andri for Rs 15 cr

Swadisht Limited has announced plans to acquire a 75% stake in Andri Agro Foods Private Limited, valuing the transaction at a total enterprise value of Rs 15 crore.

1 mins

Wild Date partners Barista to up offline expansion

CLEAN-label snacking brand Wild Date has announced its onboarding with Barista, one of India's most loved café chains, marking a significant milestone in the brand's offline retail expansion.

1 mins

UK junk food ad ban: Progress, loopholes

EARLY in January 2026, the United Kingdom implemented a comprehensive regulatory framework that limits the promotion of foods high in fat, salt, and sugar (HFSS) in order to combat the rising prevalence of childhood obesity and associated diet-related health impacts.

3 mins

No dubious claims

THE apex food regulator's latest move to rein in unsubstantiated safety and health claims by food businesses marks a long-overdue course correction. By insisting that claims align with Indian food habits and are backed by credible scientific evidence, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has taken a decisive step toward restoring integrity and trust in the food ecosystem.

1 mins

CONNECT, DISCOVER NEW PRODUCTS AND SERVICES IN HORECA

WORLD of Hospitality Expo is a leading B2B media and exhibition platform that brings together buyers and sellers from across the HoReCa ecosystem. Designed as a comprehensive marketplace, the show enables hospitality professionals to connect, discover new products and services, and stay informed about emerging trends, innovations, and best practices shaping the industry.

4 mins

India's organised sector mfrs 1.3 million tonnes of bakery products

BAKERY and confectionery sector involve the production and marketing of bread, cakes, pastries, candies, chocolates and so on.

4 mins

From cultivation to consumption, tea & coffee impacted by tech

THE global economy is always evolving, and as a result, tea and coffee have transformed into advanced global markets.

3 mins

Modi urges shift to high-value agri to make India food basket

PRIME Minister Narendra Modi has reiterated India's ambition to become the world's food basket, calling for a significant shift toward high-value agriculture and allied sectors to strengthen the nation's position in global food markets.

1 mins

Elanpro leads dialogue on sustainable F&B businesses in Bengaluru

ELANPRO, India's leading commercial refrigeration company, hosted Saksham 2025, a first-of-its-kind, knowledge-led seminar in Bengaluru aimed at promoting safer, compliant and sustainable practices across the food and beverage (F&B) industry.

1 mins

WEO ups collab with fast-growing egg sector

THE World Egg Organisation (WEO) has taken a significant step in bolstering its engagement with India's expanding egg industry, recently a well-attended daylong seminar in Hyderabad brought together key global and domestic stakeholders to share insights and forge stronger ties.

1 mins

Anmol unveils cream roll and mango swiss roll

PACKAGED food stalwart Anmol Industries Limited has expanded its snacking portfolio with the launch of two new treats Anmol cream roll and Anmol mango swiss roll aimed at value-conscious consumers who seek delicious, everyday indulgences without a heavy price tag.

1 mins

BuyBuyCart expands private label with premium snack

BUYBUYCART, one of India's fastest-growing supermarket chains, has announced the expansion of its private label portfolio with the launch of B2 Premium, a new range of snacks and food products.

1 mins

YumYum launches SNACKIT high-protein snack

INDIAN snacking company YumYum has expanded its product portfolio with the launch of SNACKIT, a new high-protein snack range designed to cater to the growing demand for nutritious and convenient bites.

1 mins