FSSAI CEO Embarks On Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra In Kardnur Village
As a part of the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra, a nationwide initiative, the CEO of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) undertook a visit to Kardnur village in the Sangareddy district of Telangana. This visit took place on December 24, 2023 and a press release was issued on January 2, 2024.
Central Government Opens Window for Ethanol Production Boost
The Central Government has specified that applicants must secure loan disbursal from eligible financial institutions within one year or by June 30, 2024, whichever is later, from the date of in-principle approval by the Department of Food and Public Distribution (DFPD). Additionally, the project must be completed within two years from the date of the disbursement of the first installment of the loan.
Directions for packaging sugar and food grains
Central Government has directed that sugar and food grains shall be packed in jute packaging material for supply or distribution.
Roundtable Meeting Addresses Challenges and Strategies for Indian Poultry Product Exports
The roundtable meeting served as a dynamic platform for collaborative efforts, facilitating discussions on various issues related to poultry exports. Industry representatives and exporters engaged in exchanges, contributing to the formulation of strategies for the sustainable growth of the Indian poultry sector.
Draft Ghee Grading and Marking Rules, 2023
The draft rules are intended to supersede the existing Ghee Grading and Marking Rules, 1938, amended up to 1991. This proposed overhaul of the Ghee Grading and Marking Rules, 2023, seeks to enhance the quality and standardization of ghee production and ensure the safety of ghee products in the market.
Production linked incentive scheme for food processing industry
According to Production Linked Incentive Scheme for Food Processing Industry (PLISFPI) Guidelines, the PLI beneficiaries are required to furnish incentive claims for a specific financial year by 31st December of the following financial year.
FSSAI Directs QR Code Authentication for Fortified Rice Test Reports
All FSSAI notified laboratories, which have been approved for testing of Fortified Rice (FR), Fortified Rice Kernel (FRK), and Vitamin Premix for FRK, are now directed to provide a QR code on all test reports issued by them. This QR code can be scanned using any QR scanning application available on mobile or any device, enabling authentication and online reproduction of the test report.
FSSAI Updates List of Recognized Laboratories for Food Analysis
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has released a list of recognized laboratories for analysis of food samples. This list includes details on the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) accreditation status and contact information for each laboratory.
FSSAI Notifies NABL Accredited Laboratories for Analysis of Food Samples
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has modified its list of laboratories accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL). These laboratories are notified for the purposes of carrying out analysis of food samples taken in accordance with the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
Production Linked Incentive Scheme for Food Processing Industry
The scheme consists of three components: incentivizing manufacturing in four food product segments (Ready to Cook/ Ready to Eat foods; Processed Fruits & Vegetables; Marine Products; and Mozzarella Cheese), promoting Innovative/Organic products of SMEs, and incentivizing branding and marketing abroad for promoting Indian brands in the global market.
