PMFME scheme to support setting up of 2 lakh micro food processing enterprises through credit linked subsidy
Under component schemes of PMKSY, MoFPI provides mostly credit linked financial assistance (capital subsidy) in the form of grants-in-aid to entrepreneurs for setting up of food processing industries. The projects completed under component schemes of PMKSY are estimated to benefit about 30.67 lakh famers.
Production Linked Incentive Scheme for Food Processing Industry (PLISFPI) to facilitate expansion of food processing capacity by creating champion brands in Food Processing Sector
Under component schemes of PMKSY, MoFPI provides mostly credit linked financial assistance (capital subsidy) in the form of grants-in-aid with total outlay of Rs 4600 Cr for 15th Finance Commission Cycle.
Extension of due date for submission of online proposals for the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana
The closing date for submission of online proposals for the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana is hereby extended up to 17.00 hrs of 23 March 2023.
FSSAI issues Press Release on SOP on Artificial Ripening of Fruits
FSSAI has reiterated its ban on traders/ fruit handlers/ FBOs operating ripening chambers from using prohibited material such as calcium carbide, or improperly using approved sources of ethylene gas like dipping the fruits in ripening agent solutions which may render the fruits unsafe for human consumption.
FSSAI further updates its list of Recognised Food Testing Laboratories
The present list includes the validity of the laboratories’ NABL accreditation, scope of testing as on 6th March, 2023 for the purpose of carrying out the analysis of food samples taken under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 and Rules and Regulations made thereunder.
FSSAI encourages States/ UTs to step up surveillance to curb spike in food poisoning and adulteration
The States/UTs have been advised to plan their special surveillance drive considering the rise of food poisoning and adulteration cases of commonly consumed food products during the seasons like festivals, marriages, events etc. CEO also advised the States/UTs and Regional Offices to lift about 5 Lakh Samples by March 2024.
FSSAI to hold drives on Quality Check of Nutraceuticals and Health Supplements
FSSAI has observed that nutraceuticals and health supplement products sold in the market are not compliant with the provisions of the Food Safety and Standards (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals, Food for Special Dietary Use, Food for Special Medical Purpose, and Prebiotic and Probiotic Food) Regulation, 2022. Hence, in view of dealing with these non-compliance, special enforcement drives will be conducted to check quality and safety of these products.
FSSAI deploys Food Safety on Wheels to check Milk Adulteration
The notice indicates that FSSAI has deployed 168 Food Safety on Wheels (FSWs) mobile food testing labs across the country. These mobile labs will be testing various food products including milk and milk products. The testing facility shall be carried out free of cost and shall be monitored by the respective jurisdictional designated officer at the end of every month.
FSSAI guidelines and FAQ for submission of applications for endorsement of vegan logo and formats
The Food Business Operators (FBOs) seeking approval for endorsement of ‘Vegan Logo’ are required to submit the application fee as applicable or as revised by the Food Authority from time to time through the online e-payment portal (Link: https://epay.fssai.gov.in/fps/loadindex). The transaction receipt and invoice generated shall be submitted to the Food Authority as an enclosure to the application.
Direction regarding enforcement of Food Safety and Standards(Advertising and Claims) Second Amendment 2022
The amendment regulation 2 provides that, where the meaning of a trade mark, brand name or fancy name containing adjectives such as “natural”, “fresh”, “pure”, “original”, “traditional”, “authentic”, “genuine”, “real”, appearing in the labelling, presentation or advertising of a food is such that it is likely to mislead the consumer as to the nature of the food, in such cases a disclaimer shall be mentioned prominently on the front of pack of the label stating that this is only a brand name. The enforcement of this provision is extended till 13 June, 2023.
