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ISMA presents roadmap for new sugar mills to Minister Pralhad Joshi

25-Jul-2024 - 0 Comments.

The Indian Sugar & Bio-Energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA), the apex body in the sugar and bio-energy industry in the country, presented a detailed roadmap to the key stakeholders of the Ministry of Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs including Minister Pralhad Joshi himself for the policy framework required to transition Indian sugar mills into Bio-refineries of the nation producing along with the existing portfolio of Bio-Ethanol, Bio-Electricity and Bio-Gas b other emerging energy streams of strategic importance like Sustainable Aviation Fuel, Green Hydrogen, E-100 and 2-G Ethanol delivering cross cutting benefits to the nation and its farmers on multiple levels including meeting the international blending targets in the aviation sector which will be applicable on India since 2027 as per the CORSIA mandates.
Top 5 Turmeric producing States in India

18-Jul-2024 - 0 Comments.

Turmeric, the golden spice revered for its vibrant color and health benefits, is an agricultural treasure trove for India. As the world's leading producer, consumer, and exporter of turmeric, India's dominance in this sector is undeniable.
Top 5 Pulses Producers in India Shaping the Nation's Food Security

27-Feb-2024 - 0 Comments.

Pulses, the humble legumes packed with protein and dietary fiber, are an essential component of the Indian diet. As the world's largest producer and consumer of pulses, India boasts a vibrant landscape of producers contributing to this vital food source.
Centre urges state governments to monitor Tur, Urad prices and crack down on stock violations

15-Jun-2023 - 0 Comments.

The Central government has directed state governments to maintain continuous monitoring of Tur and Urad prices and take strict action against any violations of stock limits. In a meeting chaired by Smt. Nidhi Khare, Additional Secretary of the Department of Consumer Affairs, officials from State Food and Civil Supplies Departments, Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC), and State Warehousing Corporations (SWCs) gathered to review the stock disclosure of Tur and Urad.
Farm-to-consumer firm, Deep Rooted raises $12.5 MN in Series A from IvyCap & Accel

22-Sep-2022 - 0 Comments.

Deep Rooted, India's leading farm-to-consumer (F2C) brand for fruits and vegetables has announced that it has raised US $12.5 million in Series A funding. The round was led by IvyCap Ventures with participation from existing investors including Accel, Omnivore, and Mayfield.
Hybrid rice complements weather conditions of India

06-Sep-2022 - 0 Comments.

Rice is a staple food for more than half of the global population and India is the second-biggest consumer after China. Rice cultivation in India occurs mostly under rainfed conditions, which makes the crop highly vulnerable to unpredictable weather conditions.
Farmley raises $6M in Series A funding

24-Aug-2022 - 0 Comments.

Farmley, a full-stack nuts & dry fruits brand, has raised $6 million in Series A funding. The round was led by DSG Consumer Partners and Alkemi Growth Capital alongside existing investors Omnivore, Insitor Partners, and other angel investors.
Piyush Goyal: By 2025 we can increase leather exports to over USD 10 billion

27-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.

The Minister of Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and Textiles, Piyush Goyal has said that India’s leather industry should aspire to be No.1 in the world.
Govt procures over 80.52 MT of paddy benefiting 11.94 million farmers

05-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

India's ministry of consumer affairs, food & public distribution has procured over 80.52 million tonnes of paddy (includes Kharif crop 70.69 million tonnes and Rabi crop 9.82 million tonnes) up to 4 June 2021 during the ongoing season Kharif 2020-21.
IPGA urges govt to allay fear of traders about stock monitoring exercise

02-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

India Pulses and Grains Association (IPGA), the nodal body for the pulses trade and industry in India held a press conference to draw the attention of the government towards the effects on the trade following the instructions issued by the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution.
Govt procures 40 MT of wheat from 4.23 million farmers during ongoing rabi marketing season 2021-22

31-May-2021 - 0 Comments.

As on 27 May 2021, during the rabi marketing season (RMS) 2021-22, over 40 million tonnes of wheat has been procured from over 4.23 million farmers across the states of Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir at minimum support price (MSP), the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution said in a statement.
Clover goes D2C with the launch of new brand Deep Rooted.Co

25-Feb-2021 - 0 Comments.

One of the fastest-growing agri-tech start-ups, Clover launched its direct-to-consumer brand "Deep Rooted.Co" with a consumer app available as “Deep Rooted" on the Andriod and iOS platform.
Next round of govt, farmers dialogue to be held on 4 January 2021

30-Dec-2020 - 0 Comments.

Agriculture minister Narendra Singh Tomar, Union Minister for Railways, Commerce and Industry and Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Shri Piyush Goyal and Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Shri Som Prakash participated in the 6th round of talks with the representatives of farmers’ Unions at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi today.
Talks between farmers unions, government to continue on December 9

06-Dec-2020 - 0 Comments.

The fifth round of talks with representatives of 40 Farmer Unions was held at Vigyan Bhawan with Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar, Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Railways & Commerce Piyush Goyal and Minister of State for Commerce Som Prakash. The next round of talks will take place on 9 December 2020.
Govt releases all-India consumer price index numbers for agricultural, rural labourers for September 2020

20-Oct-2020 - 0 Comments.

The All-India Consumer Price Index Numbers for Agricultural Labourers and Rural Labourers (Base: 1986-87=100) for the month of September, 2020 increased by 11 points and 10 points to stand at 1037 (One thousand and thirty seven) and 1043 (One thousand and forty three) points respectively.
NITI Aayog holds two-day consultation on natural farming

01-Oct-2020 - 0 Comments.

To leverage the many socioeconomic and environmental benefits of natural farming for boosting farmers’ welfare, consumer health, food security and nutrition, NITI Aayog has organized a two-day (29–30 September) national-level consultation with relevant stakeholders.
NDDB’s dairy development initiative in Vidarbha & Marathwada transforming lives: Dilip Rath

23-Jun-2019 - 0 Comments.

National Dairy Development Board’s dairy development initiative in Vidarbha and Marathwada are gradually transforming the lives of rural people as it has started impacting social issues like gender inequalities and unemployment. NDDB’s innovative efforts have given the much-needed confidence to milk producers as they are getting the fair share of consumer price.
Health-focus and consumer-centric innovation will drive growth in Indian meat sector

10-Apr-2018 - 0 Comments.

“Focusing on consumer-centric innovations and delivering healthy eating options will help India’s meat industry grow much faster” B. Soundararajan, Chairman, CLFMA of India said.
NDDB Dairy Services ties up with PharmaSecure to safeguard indigenous cow population

13-Feb-2018 - 0 Comments.

PharmaSecure, a leading provider of brand protection, consumer loyalty & engagement solutions today announced that it has joined hands with NDDB- Dairy Services to provide a simple and effective tool to safeguard country’s high quality indigenous breeds of cow
DuPont announces launch of Danisco YO-MIX CURD Cultures for the Indian market

25-Jan-2017 - 0 Comments.

DuPont Nutrition & Health will address today’s consumer trends in the dairy space with innovative ingredient solutions at the 45th Dairy Industry Conference and International Trade Fair in Mumbai, Maharashtra from 16-18 February.
DuPont announces launch of Danisco YO-MIX CURD Cultures for the Indian market

25-Jan-2017 - 0 Comments.

DuPont Nutrition & Health will address today’s consumer trends in the dairy space with innovative ingredient solutions at the 45th Dairy Industry Conference and International Trade Fair in Mumbai, Maharashtra from 16-18 February.
Phytogenic feed additives in the spotlight at EuroTier 2016

25-Nov-2016 - 0 Comments.

Plant-based feed additives have been proven safe and effective to enhance animal production while meeting consumer demands.
India declares all citizens under National Food Security Act

03-Nov-2016 - 0 Comments.

National Food Security Act (NFSA) implemented in the entire country, Indian minister of consumer affair, food & public distribution, Ram Vilas Paswan said.
Indian food ministry procures 34,546 tonnes of pulses

26-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.

Indian Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution has said government agencies have procured 34546.69 tonnes of pulses during the ongoing 2016-17 Kharif Marketing Season (KMS).
Maharashtra CM opens Mumbai’s first farmer to consumer market

15-Aug-2016 - 0 Comments.

After freeing farmers from selling their produce to middleman at the agricultural produce marketing committees (APMC) markets, Maharashtra chief minister, Devendra Fhadnavis has launched farmer to consumer market in Mumbai.