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Scientists identify effective nutrition labels for India's population

Researchers have designed new front-of-pack nutrition labels (FoPLs) for India that are easy to understand and can promote healthier food choices. FoPLs of different types highlighting various components of packaged food are in use in many parts of the world. They are mandatory in some countries and voluntarily applied by manufacturers in others. FoPLs provide key information on food components that consumers can use to make choices and purchasing decisions, such as avoiding unhealthy options and choosing healthier ones. India, which does not have an FoPL system in place yet, intends to implement one to promote informed decision-making on packaged food purchasing, as part of promoting healthier diets in the population, the researchers said. Commissioned by the World Health Organization, India, researchers from The George Institute for Global Health, Melbourne Center for Behavior Change, UNICEF, International Union against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease, conducted the study. The ...

Bikaji Foods m-cap crosses Rs 10,000 crore; stock 36% above issue price

At 10:33 am; the stock traded 6.8 per cent higher at Rs 405.35, with a market capitalisation of Rs 10,114 crore, the BSE data shows

Relief for directors of retail firms as govt amends Legal Metrology rules

The government has pointed out that the changes are being made as part of the ease of doing business

FSSAI rules: Here is what packaged food and restaurant menus must mention

The government on November 17, 2020, notified the norms under the Food Safety And Standards (Labelling and Display) Regulations, 2020, for producers, retailers, and servers

Adani Wilmar down for 8th straight day; slips 34% from 52-wk high level

Post the sharp share price rally since listing, brokerage firm JPMorgan find the stock's risk-reward unattractive. Analysts have downgraded their stance to 'underweight' with a target price of Rs 525.

Packaged food likely to see FSSAI health star ratings after one year

This move by FSSAI will impact food companies, including Hindustan Unilever, ITC, Britannia, Nestle India, and Amul

Mrs Bectors Food Specialities slips 10% on heavy volumes

Mrs Bectors Food has underperformed market in the past 3-6 months after reporting weak set of numbers. In comparison, the benchmark index was down by less than 4 per cent during the same period.

Imported paper straws to have cost implications, says food industry

The government's ban on single-use plastics, to be effective from July 1, will also impact the plastic straws that are packaged with small juice and milk beverage packs sold by food companies

JM Financial PE to invest Rs 35 crore in Pune-based packaged food firm

Investment will support brand building and augmentation of firm's existing capacities; this marks closing of eighth investment by JM Financial India Fund II

Covid-19 wave pushes packaged, hygiene goods consumption back in focus

Demand for products such as honey, chawanprash and ayurvedic teas has jumped by 60 per cent in April.

From instant noodles to honey, Marico develops an appetite for foods

The launch of instant noodles, honey and plant proteins is part of a larger strategy to cash in on consumer demand for packaged products

Indian packaged food market to be double in 5-10 years: Nestle India CMD

This will be led by factors that include economic growth, demographic dividend and growing e-commerce, said Nestle India Chairman and Managing Director

Stay-at-home consumers push ready-to-eat sales; segment may double in 2 yrs

As safety and hygiene gains importance in the Covid-19, ready-to-cook and ready-to-eat segments, be it instant noodles, pasta, snacks, frozen foods, or do-it-yourself meals, are flying off the shelves

Mixed spread ahead for packaged-foods SMEs: CRISIL SME Tracker

The extended lockdown to stem the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic has disrupted supply chains and hampered factory operations.

Future group ties up with US food major Dole for packaged food distribution

Kishore Biyani-led group has said that the present partnership is for distribution of Dole's packaged food in India; local manufacturing will follow

Draft labelling regulations for packaged food and beverages divide industry

Firms say organised players will bear the brunt; face activists' flak for delay in implementation

Packaged food market crosses Rs 5 trn as users switch to branded items

Packaged food companies are focusing on solving distribution challenges, conducting promotional activities, and, most importantly, giving more attention to health and wellness products

Star ratings for packaged food soon

FSSAI has identified the key parameters crucial for healthy dietary requirements