New era in liquid blends
In today’s world consumers are more eager in wanting to experience unique and different flavours when it comes to food and beverages. They are becoming more adventurous with flavours and textures without compromising in the overall health and wellness. In recent years there has been an overall increase in the consumption of milk due to […]
Centre bans junk food in school canteens
Come December, colas, chips, packaged juices, burgers, pizzas, samosas and other junk food will be banned in school cafeterias and boarding schools. Food business operators would not be allowed to advertise junk food, give free samples or even put banners at sports meets and vending machines inside schools and within 50 meters of school campuses. […]
Predicted growth for India’s dairy and soy food sector
A report released by GlobalData, titled ‘Country Profile: Dairy & Soy Food in India’, revealed that a large, young population base with rising disposable income is boosting the Indian dairy and soy food sector. The sector is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5% from INR1, $324.6 billion (AU$28 billion) […]
Fruit Pomace Market to Gain Traction Owing to Increased Demand from the Food Processing Industry
The high nutritional content requirement in processed food products has become a mainstay for consumers. Fruit pomace is a by-product from the fruit processing industry that contains essential dietary fibers and important components such as anthocyanin from the fruits which is high in nutritional value. According to a latest study, consumer demand for fruit pomace […]
Kerala govt offers support price to pineapple farmers
The sharp fall in pineapple prices has prompted the Kerala government to offer a support price to farmers. State Agriculture Minister VS Sunil Kumar has asked Horticorp to take steps for pineapple procurement, for which the rates are yet to be finalised. However, growers maintained that rather than a price support, the government should come […]
Plants still hot but meat’s not off the menu health-conscious consumers want it all
People love plants. With their “naturally functional” halo, consumers of all ages want to eat more of them – and in more convenient forms. From cauliflower pizza to beetroot bread, plant-based is a trend that’s growing for the long term. But people also love meat. Despite vocal attacks on meat’s health and sustainability credentials, which […]
