The Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 (as amended), mandate the use of 30% recycled content in rigid plastic packaging from 2025-26, with a gradual annual increase of 10% until reaching 60% in 2028-29 and beyond.

40% recycled content in food packaging mandatory from 1 April

In a step toward achieving its circular economy goals, the government of India has notified the final guidelines mandating 40% recycled content in food-grade...
packaging

Packaging costs surge as West Asia conflict squeezes India’s FMCG and alcohol sectors

India’s fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies, as well as leading liquor and beer brands, are witnessing a sharp rise in packaging costs as the...
processed

Slowdown in processed food exports

India’s processed food exports have shown a declining trend over the past three years, according to data released by the ministry of food processing...
seed

Fixing seed systems to fix food Security

Seeds are the foundation of agriculture and the starting point of food security. Across Africa and India, millions of farmers still plant varieties developed decades...
unilever

Unilever combines foods business with McCormick

Unilever and McCormick have agreed to combine Unilever’s Foods division with the US-based spice and seasoning giant, creating a global flavor powerhouse. A press release...
World Food Academy

World Food Academy 4 Sustainable Food Systems founded

Nestlé and The United Nations University Institute for Water, Environment and Health (UNU-INWEH) have entered into a strategic partnership to establish the World Food...
UPM

UPM’s new adhesive materials terminal near New Delhi

UPM Adhesive Materials, a global supplier of innovative self-adhesive label materials, is expanding its footprint in India with a new slitting and distribution terminal...
Crompton

Crompton introduces Ameo fresh cold press juicer 

Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals has introduced the Crompton Ameo Fresh Cold Press Juicer. Powered by gentle cold press technology, the juicer ensures maximum juice...
Mondelez

Mondelez India’s creator celebration with Biscoff

Mondelez India hosted a creator-led celebration titled ‘Every Way to Biscoff,’ bringing together home bakers, food creators, influencers and Biscoff lovers for an immersive...
drinking

Modular disinfection technology for safe drinking water networks

Millions of people around the world do not have safe access to drinking water. In many regions, the infrastructure is stretched to its limits,...