Food Processing News
MoFPI’s Anita Praveen Advocates R&D for India’s Food Processing Sector
During her talk to the FICCI Scientific Symposium on “Processed Foods for Purpose,” Anita Praveen, Secretary of the Ministry of Food Processing, emphasised the critical…
Budget 2024: Emphasis on Nano DAP Expansion, Food Processing, and Post-Harvest Boost
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman revealed a series of initiatives in the interim budget for fiscal year 2024–25, and one of the most important is focusing…
Arunachal Pradesh to have a mini food park in West Siang District
Arunachal Pineapple Festival to Become an Annual Event Organized by State Horticulture Department Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu revealed plans for the establishment of…
India’s processed food exports have grown by 150% over 9 years, boosting economic growth
India’s exports of processed food have witnessed an impressive growth of 150% over the past nine years, according to Piyush Goyal, the Minister for Commerce…
Consumer Giants Enhance Millet Strategies to Drive Seed Sales
Major consumer goods companies are revamping their approaches to overcome sluggish sales after cashing in on the government’s encouragement to boost millet consumption. The challenges…
2023’s Flavorful Trends and Culinary Innovations; Millets, K-Food Craze, Protein Pops
In a retrospective glance at the gastronomic backdrop of 2023, various culinary trends took the limelight, bringing a diverse array of flavours and innovations to…
MoFPI’s PLI Program Success: 30 companies leveraging scheme for millet-based products
Approximately 30 companies, including 22 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), are reaping the benefits of the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme aimed at the manufacturing…
Ministry of Food Processing Industries Implements PM Formalization Scheme for Micro Food Processing Enterprises
In line with the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan initiative, the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) is actively executing the centrally sponsored PM Formalization of Micro…
Snacks / Namkeen / Mithai News
Kraft Heinz makes fast food sauces better for you
Primal Kitchen, a subsidiary of Kraft Heinz, has announced its venture into the realm of dipping sauces. Established in 2015 with a focus on crafting…
Unilever Launches Knorr Meal Cups to Cater to Busy Working Consumers
Unilever’s renowned Knorr brand, celebrated for its assortment of sauces and broths, is set to roll out a new line of microwaveable cups, targeting the…
Beyond Snack Aims for Geographical Expansion through New Product Offerings
Beyond Snack, known for its banana chips, is planning geographical expansion and product innovation as it sets its sights on reaching the Rs. 100 crore…
Bikano Ventures South with New ‘Madras’ and ‘Tasty Saga’ Flavour Mixtures Launch
Expanding its repertoire to cater to the vibrant taste preferences of southern India, Bikano, a renowned packaged snack brand, unveils its latest offerings: ‘Madras’ and…
Pizza Hut to focus on capturing the attention of the country’s youthful demographic
Pizza Hut, the renowned American multinational pizza restaurant chain, is making significant strides in India, with a particular focus on capturing the attention of the…
Orion India Expands Korean Snacks Portfolio to Meet Growing Demand
Orion India, a subsidiary of South Korea’s Orion Holdings, has announced plans to strengthen its Indian snack portfolio by introducing new products and ramping up…
PepsiCo Launches Flamin’ Hot Brand to Spotlight Rapidly Expanding Chip Flavour Range
PepsiCo has brought in Flamin’ Hot as its latest standalone brand within its expansive portfolio, marking a significant move within the beverage and snacking industry.…
CBIC’s Proposal to Revise GST Classification Aims to Bring Clarity to FMCG Sector
The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) is gearing up to address the longstanding issue of classification ambiguity within the Goods and Services…
Ice Cream News
Vadilal’s Summer Campaign Transforms Every Celebration into ‘Waah’ Moments
Vadilal Enterprise, a leading ice cream brand in India, has recently unveiled its latest summer campaign, promising to elevate every celebration to extraordinary heights. Crafted…
Surge in Cooling Appliance and Cold Treat Sales Signals Hot Summer for Consumer Durables Industry
AC, refrigerator, and ice cream fly off shelves as summer heat strikes.The demand for air conditioners, which are increasingly a must-have in middle-class houses, and…
The Indian ice cream industry flourishes with growing consumer demand
India’s ice cream industry is experiencing a golden era, fuelled by a discerning consumer base and a diverse array of offerings. With an estimated worth…
Baskin Robbins Launches an Innovative Product Line to Make Ice Cream a Snack of Choice
Baskin Robbins has rolled out its newest range of products for the summer season, signalling a strategic shift towards embracing the burgeoning trend of snacking.…
Hindustan Unilever Considers the Potential Sale of Ice-Cream Business
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. (HUL) is planning the separation and possible sale of its ice-cream business, and this aligns with the recent decision by HUL’s parent…
Unilever Secures Up to $20.9M from US Govt to Reduce Carbon Footprint in Ice Cream Factories
Unilever is set to receive a funding boost of up to $20.9 million from the U.S. Department of Energy to support a project aimed at…
GOLD by Ice Cream Works Embarks on a Delectable Sweet & Joyful Journey
The father-daughter duo of Sanjiv Chona and Alisha Shah, deeply rooted in the legacy of Cream Centre restaurants, have embarked on a new venture that…
Barometer Rises: Indian Ice Cream Industry Outlook for March to May 2024
The seasonal weather forecast for the hot weather season that runs from March to May 2024 has been given by the India Meteorological Department (IMD)…
Dairy News
Dairy Brands Optimistic Amidst Rising Temperatures and Stable Costs
As temperatures soar and raw material costs stabilize, dairy companies are anticipating robust sales during the upcoming summer season. The positive outlook is fuelled by…
Amul Anticipates 45-50% Growth in Summer Product Categories amid Cocoa Price Surge
Amul India, projects robust growth of 45–50% in its summer product categories. The company navigates the impact of soaring cocoa prices by partially passing on…
Amul set to Introduce Fresh Milk Range in the US
Amul, the Indian dairy giant, is all set to debut its fresh milk range in the United States, marking its first-ever venture outside of India.…
Mother Dairy Announces Big Investment of Rs. 750 crores for 2 New Processing Plants
Mother Dairy has set in plans to inject a staggering Rs. 750 crores into establishing two cutting-edge dairy, fruit, and vegetable processing plants. This ambitious…
Amul Aims to Become World’s Largest Dairy, Already Exporting to Nearly 50 Countries: MD
Amul is strengthening its position as the leading dairy brand globally. With an already impressive presence in nearly 50 countries, the company’s managing director, Jayen…
Heritage Foods Embraces Premium Dairy Products to Drive Growth in India’s Evolving Market
Heritage Foods is placing a strategic focus on premium dairy offerings, aiming to capitalize on the burgeoning industry. As the second-largest FMCG firm on The…
Tetra Pak Showcases Innovative Solutions at DIC, Reflecting on 36-Year Legacy in India
At the golden jubilee edition of the Dairy Industry Conference (DIC) currently being held at the Hitex Exhibition Center in Hyderabad from March 4th to…
Rockwell Automation and ISAP India Foundation Partner to Transform Dairy Farming in Maharashtra’s Water-Scarce Area
Rockwell Automation has announced a partnership with ISAP India Foundation aimed at modernizing dairy farming in the water-scarce region of Antargaon in Maharashtra’s Wardha District.…