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ood Processing Minister Pashupati Kumar Paras on Friday stressed on increasing the level of processing in India from the current 10 per cent so as to boost farmers’ income. Addressing a virtual conference organized by industry body Assocham, the minister highlighted that the food processing industry has always been the “engine of growth for the Indian economy”.

“India’s food processing sector is one of the largest in the world and its output is expected to reach USD 535 billion by 2025-26, said paras The food processing sector contributes 12.8 per cent to the Indian GDP and provides, directly and indirectly, huge employment, he added Pointing out that India’s current overall level of food processing is just 10 per cent, Paras said the processing level needs to be increased to capture

market opportunities and improve income for farmers.

Indian farmers to consumers in the domestic and international markets.

The minister highlighted that the government in the last seven years has taken several measures to boost processing level and grow this sector.

Highlighting the importance of this sector, Paras said the Indian food and grocery market is the world’s sixth-largest, with retail contributing 70 per cent of the sales.

Under PMKSY (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojna), he mentioned that 42 Mega Food Parks, 353 Cold Chain projects, 63 Agro-Processing clusters 292 food processing units The minister said food processing has an important role to play in linking

The food processing industry accounts for 32 per cent of the country’s total food market and is ranked fifth in terms of production, consumption, export, and expected growth he addedn

TETLEY INDIA LAUNCHES GREEN TEA IMMUNE WITH ANTIOXIDANTS & VITAMIN C need to be combined with focus on feeling fit from inside too.

The new TVC reminds that fitness is not just about feeling fit on the outside, but feeling fit from inside too, thereby bringing the relevance of Tetley Immune Green which offers the goodness of green tea with the immunity power of added Vitamin C. Talking about the launch, Puneet Das, president, packaged beverages (India and South Asia), Tata Consumer Products, said, “Tetley is amongst the first player in India’s green tea segment. With the understanding that ‘immunity’ has gathered strong relevance in the current pandemic, our sharp focus is to cater to emerging new trends in the wellness segment.”

ata Consumer Products’ Tetley, disrupts the green tea category in India, with a unique innovationTetley Immune with the goodness of antioxidant rich green tea, now comes with added vitamin C. Vitamin C is known to help support Immune system. It is available in four exciting variants, (Classic, Lemon and Honey, Ginger Mint and Lemon and Mango variant), to ensure rejuvenation in every sip. It is available across channels online and offline. As part of the new communication, the brand has launched a new TVC

encapsoffline 'Lago Baahar Se Fit Aur Andar Se Bhi’. The new communication, conceptualised by Lowe Lintas, uses a visual device of a ‘Bubble’ to bring out the element of doubt that people are feeling regarding their fitness. It shows the protagonist going for her morning run and encountering various people who are going through their morning activities. However, the twist in the TVC is that they are all in a ‘bubble’, which represents the ‘sense of doubt’ about the aspect of not doing enough to feel fit. The protagonist then gives a strong message that to step out of the ‘bubble of doubt’ and that conventional fitness regime may

“As we embrace the new normal, people have doubts if they are really ‘fit from the inside’. It is time to start the journey towards a new level of internal fitness with the inclusion of Tetley Green Tea Immune to one’s daily regime. With this innovation we are revolutionising the green tea category with a mission to empower consumers with fit lifestyles choices,” he added. Puneet Kapoor, regional creative officer, Lowe Lintas Bengaluru, said, “The genesis of the idea came from the insight that in the pandemic times many of us are living with a doubting mind-set, as if there were a mythical bubble of doubt engulfing us, questioning how strong our immunity is.”n

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From speaking with customers, we knew they were looking for gripping tools with as delicate a touch as a human hand in order to automate handling procedures for sensitive objects of odd shapes or unusual surfaces.

Mr. Ryberg what was the trigger for the development of the piSOFTGRIP®? All stories have a beginning. The story of piSOFTGRIP®started with passion –Piab’s passion for innovation and for solving challenging problems through the development of automation products that make life easier for our customers. The vacuum-driven soft gripping tool piSOFTGRIP®is precisely such a product.We asked the Global Product Manager at Piab, Lennart Ryberg, what exactly triggeredand expeditedthe development of the piSOFTGRIP®.

The human hand has been at the centre of intense research and development within robotics since the field’s infancy. Huge efforts have been spent on making robotic hands that imitate the human hand, copying its dexterity and complexity. But with complexity comes great expense. Instead of trying to copy the human hand, Piab’s developers realised they had to come up with an affordable substitute that would work in real industrial settings. And as usual, they delivered! piSOFTGRIP®is a unique and cost-effective solution –a truly innovative gripping tool.”

How does the piSOFTGRIP® work? “The three-fingered gripper incorporates a vacuum cavity that enables the gripping force to be adjusted and controlled by the applied vacuum level. The first version – because all innovations have to start somewhere –can grip objects with a diameter of up to 50 mm.”

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Why did you initially choose this size?

difficult to handle objects.Hence, in the meantime, we have developed

“This proved to be the perfect size for showing off the fruits of their passionate labour –for their first demonstration Piab’s developers chose to grip a passionfruit! Unfortunately,passionfruit are not very colourful,sowe moved on to using lime, lemons, tomatoes interspersed by delicate bearings and test tubes of colourful content in filmed or live demonstrations.

further versions –a very small one for praline picking and a larger one with just two fingers to pick for example waffle cones and snack bars. And we are currently working on a further size to complete the product family.

Less colourful, but very fragile, unwrapped hollow chocolate eggs have also been used to demonstrate the virtues and versatility of piSOFTGRIP®. Made in detectable silicone approved for direct contact with food, the vacuum gripper can be used to automate the handling of not just seasonally festive chocolate eggs, but all sorts of fresh, unpackaged,and delicatefood items, without the risk of crushing.Further developments arebased on feedback received from customersas our demonstrations have sparked off conversations about what else the technology could be used for –if only it were available in different sizes! Some have expressed a desire to use it for picking the tiniest of fragile objects, whereas others are excited about the possibility to solve a need for getting a soft grip on larger

What was the feedback you have so far received from customers? “Enabling the automation of yetunautomated procedures, piSOFTGRIP®has generated a lot of interest at trade shows and among our customers. Much of the positive feedback stems from the fact that piSOFTGRIP® is a user-friendly and intuitive solution that is easy to control and install. It uses the same fittings as Piab’s piGRIP®suction cups, and an optional stainless-steelfitting offers wash-down provision to assist cleaning. In addition to its low cost,it is also lightweight, which means that when fitted to a robot arm it adds very little extra weight. Fitted to Piab’s end-ofarm vacuum tool piCOBOT®, the soft gripping piSOFTGRIP®offers the beginning of an entirely new chapter of automated manufacture.” Thank you Mr. Ryberg for this interesting insight into product development at Piab.n

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Handling sensitive objects with Piab’s unique vacuum based soft grippers Piab’s piSOFTGRIP® family grips sensitive and lightweight objects of odd geometries and / or unusual surfaces. Automating the packaging of delicate items like delicious pralines, cream filled cornets or hollow chocolate eggs becomes child’s play. Made in detectable silicone approved for direct contact with food, the vacuum gripper can be used to automate the handling all sorts of fresh, unpackaged and delicate food items, without the risk of crushing. • • •

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GOVT APPROVES 792 FOOD PROCESSING PROJECTS TO BE SET BY THE PRIVATE SECTOR

overnment has been consistently encouraging and incentivizing increased private sector investment for the overall development of the food processing sector of the country to promote value addition in agricultural and allied sectors and reduce wastage. Now the government has approved as many as 792 projects out of 818 for setting up food processing industries by the private sector, with approved grantsin-aid of Rs. 5,792 crore so far. The government has been consistently asking and motivating for the private sector investment for the overall development of the food processing sector of the country to promote the value addition in agricultural and allied sectors and reduce wastage. In fact, the government has recently taken three major initiatives in order to further increase private sector participation in the sector. Firstly, the government has approved a Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for the food processing sector with an outlay of Rs. 10,900 crores to support the creation of global food manufacturing champions and support Indian brands of food products in international markets.

Secondly, the government is implementing the Pradhan Mantri Formalization of Micro food processing Enterprises Scheme to provide financial, technical, and business support for up-gradation/ setting up of two lakh micro food processing units based on the One District One Product (ODOP)

approach in a period of five years from 2020-21 to 2024-25 with an outlay of Rs. 10,000 crore. Thirdly, the government in the budget speech for 2021-22 had announced the expansion of the scope of the Operation Greens scheme from tomato, onion, and potato (TOP) to 22 perishable products to boost value

addition in agriculture and allied products and their exports. The government is also implementing a central scheme Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY) from 2016-17 for overall growth and development of the food processing sector, mostly through private sector participationn

KANCHAN METALS TO ENHANCE THE PLANT-BASED FROZEN SNACKS MARKET

anchan Metals has been the pioneer and one of the leading companies in the food processing industry. Known for its state-of-the-art equipment, it strives to offer new-age solutions so as to seamlessly cater to the food processing requirements of businesses. During this turbulent time of pandemic, for many industries, Innovation is the key to survive and thrive in the market. The frozen foods segment has been innovating to sustain in the market. The market has been evolving and has always been a progressive sector. However, it is now undergoing various disruptions owing to the coronavirus and technological revolution. Plant-based frozen snacks are gradually gaining prominence now. Consequently, the food processing machinery is also treading on the path of innovation so as to cope with food industry dynamics.

According to Research and Markets recent report, the global plantbased food, and beverage market is anticipating a big growth and that the Asia Pacific is one of the emerging markets. The increasing consumers’

shift and preference towards Veganism along with the plethora of benefits offered by consuming plantbased diets are playing a pivotal role in pushing the growth of the market. The report further points out that the plant-based products’ recyclable packaging, innovation in their manufacturing procedures, along with the introduction of new products in the form of plant-based protein frozen snacks are carving the path for the growth of the market. Kanchan Metals is hence enhancing the plant-based protein frozen snacks market with its cutting-edge solutions, which is Partnership with VEMAG. Kanchan Metals has been the pioneer and one of the leading companies in the food processing

industry. Known for its state-of-the-art equipment, it strives to offer new-age solutions so as to seamlessly cater to the food processing requirements of businesses. Plant-based protein frozen snacks being the new trend, the leading food processing firm has been putting in its best foot forward to fulfill the industry’s demands and needs. They have revamped the frozen foods segment on the whole with their remarkable OEM solutions. They have partnered with VEMAG, in order to offer the best principal solutions so as to smoothen the plantbased frozen food manufacturing process.

Via this association, Kanchan Metals wishes to maintain its leading stature. Recognized for its customized solutions and automated technologies, collaborating with VEMAG for their principal food processing solution happened with the sole aim to fulfill its promise of catering to the needs of the food processing companies specifically from the plant-based protein frozen snack segment perspective. All the brand wants is to enhance the plantbased protein frozen food market with its best-in-class solutions. In the times ahead, it also wishes to lend a helping hand to the businesses in this market so that they can grow and proliferate via the assistance of their principal food processing solutions that have been backed by VEMAG, a global solutions provider! The global brand, VEMAG supplies production machinery to food processing firms so that they can prepare good quality plant-based frozen snacks. With its flexible and extensive range of attachment along with the vacuum filling machinery, the brand offers high-end solutions for every requirement pertaining to the plant-based frozen snacksn

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JBT CITRUS PROCESSING SYSTEMS With over 75% of the world’s citrus juices produced with our technology, JBT is recognized globally as the leader in citrus processing solutions. Whether the end product is Frozen Concentrated Orange Juice (FCOJ) or NotFrom-Concentrate (NFC), JBT offers citrus processors multiple options to produce juice anywhere along the yield/quality curve that they desire to be on. The heart and soul of any citrus processing plant, as well as JBT’s product line, is the citrus extractor.

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JJD ENTERPRISES IS THE LARGEST SINGLE WINDOW SWEETENER COMPANY

About JJD ENTERPRISES :

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HSWT Aspartame France ,

About sweeteners ;

JJD Enterprises , popularly known as – ‘Sweetener India’ was founded in the year 2010 , with an aim of providing the Original , Pure and best Sweeteners of world to the manufacturing companies of India directly .

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Fuso MALIC Japan ,

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Huasweet Neotame ,

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Only SIX high intensity SWEETENERS are permitted by FDA and in INDIA by FSSAI for use SINGLY are as below

Today ,JJD Enterprises is the Largest Single window sweetener company of India with a client base of over 4000 companies in FOOD , Pharma , Dairy , Bakery , Beverages and MOUTH FRESHNER/Sweet Supari Industry . JJD Enterprises is the exclusive and only distributor in India for the LARGEST Sweetener Companies of world such as – •

JK Sucralose INC. ,

JJD has a team of dedicated food technologist and FORMULATION EXPERT , and own laboratory for the development and support of clients for choosing the RIGHT SWEETENER FORMULATION with NO-BITTER / after - taste . RANI SINGH – is the Proprietor of JJD Enterprises . G S Singh is CEO of the company . GS singh is a nutritionist and MBA , and has about 20 years experience in new product development and formulation .

JOHN ABRAHAM WITH OTHERS INVEST 4 CR IN NOTO ICE CREAM NOTO, which was formed in 2018 by the couple Varun and Ashni Sheth, will use the funds collected to expand geographically, develop products, and hire talent, according to a statement.

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USE and SALE OF mix sweeteners is not permitted in INDIA . BLENDING / MIXING of sweeteners is not permitted by FSSAI . Any other sweetener made with cheating CLEVER NAMES such as – NEW SUCRALOSE , NEW NEOTAME

Titan Capital, Rockstud Capital, and WEH Ventures are among the venture capital firms that have invested with the actor in the pre-Series A round, according to an official release, with several angel investors also participating. The business, which was founded in 2018 by the couple Varun and Ashni Sheth, will use the funds raised to expand geographically, create products, and hire talent, according to a statement. “Following our investment in sports, Priya (wife) and I are seeking health and fitness firms with development

potential that also connect with our lifestyle, and NOTO is one such business.” “We regard NOTO as the industry’s premier healthy ice cream, with strong promoters and on-point branding,” Abraham added. Each 125 mL tub has 75-95 calories, 3 grammes of fat, 75% less sugar, and more protein than typical ice creams, according to the company. It has so far provided 5 lakh units to over 30,000 consumers.n

Use of Sweeteners ; Sweeteners are widely used in Food , Pharma , Dairy , Bakery, Beverages and Mouth freshener industry/ Sweet Supari industry . JJD Enterprises provide formulation support for the mouth freshener industry and offer them best and pure SWEETENER from the largest companies of the world directly at best price .n

DABUR READY TO FACE ANY CHALLENGES IN FUTURE WITH CLEAR OPTIMISM

ome-grown FMCG major Dabur India is ready to face the future with clear optimism, yet challenges from the pandemic are far from over the company is now well equipped to deal with any eventuality. The emergence of the second wave earlier this year and talks of another wave likely in the future means that Dabur might have to cope with the related challenges in the months to come

OTO, the low-calorie and high-protein ice cream company, announced a Rs. 4 crore investment from actor John Abraham and a slew of venture capital (VC) funds lately.

, SACCHARIN PLUS PLUS , are blended sweeteners and are not permitted by WHO / FSSAI. FSSAI has given complete guidelines for use of permitted sweeteners with their outer limit in the product .

Vice Chairman Mohit Burman said, “We are also applying learnings from last year on streamlining the supply chain to guarantee nominal disruption in availability of our products. I am confident that Dabur is well positioned to meet the challenges ahead and generate sustainable longterm growth. However, he hoped that with the vaccination drive gaining momentum with every passing day, full normalcy will be restored within this year. Burman also expressed gratitude to frontline workers for their efforts in keeping the nation safe during these uncertain times, as well as the Dabur family which has risen to meet the challenges which this pandemic threw up over the past year. On Dabur’s performance in the pandemic-impacted F21, despite facing multiple headwinds, it delivered a robust performance with 10 per cent growth in consolidated revenue from operations at Rs. 9,562 crore. “Our India FMCG Business led the growth with a 15 per cent surge,

with fundamental volume growth of 12.5 per cent in 2020-21,” he said. Its gross sales crossed Rs. 10,000 crore for the first time and its market capitalization touched the Rs. 1 trillion marks, Burman added. Dabur also continued to gain market share across all important categories like shampoo, toothpaste, hair oils, chyawanprash and packaged juices and nectars. Its international business also made a strong recovery during the second half, with most countries coming back to good growth. Burman said emergence of the second and more devastating wave of the pandemic in March 2021 tested the character of the organization all over again. Dabur has rolled out a series of initiatives across its operations to prevent the spread of infection. Some employees succumbed to COVID-19 and Dabur has decided to support their family with continued monthly salary for one year, in addition to the term insurance cover provided by the companyn

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DELHI HIGH COURT RESTRAINS A COMPANY FROM USING ‘AMUL’ ON ITS KITCHENWARE PRODUCTS

he Delhi High Court has restrained a company from using ‘Amul’ on its kitchenware products as it is deceptively similar to the trademark of the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd. The mark used by the defendant company is not registered and is being illegally shown as a registered mark. This is a clear case where grant of ad interim relief exists, it said and added that such representation also amounts to a fraud on the public. The suit said the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd is the registered holder of the well-known trademark ‘Amul’ used in milk and milk products.

The court issued summons to Maruti Metals on the suit filed by the milk marketing federation which alleged infringement by the defendant company by using its mark ‘Amul’ in context of kitchenware and utensils. The court said the word ‘Amul’ is distinctive and has no etymological meaning, and it is indelibly associated in the minds of the consuming public with the products of the plaintiff — Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd. “Prima facie, any use of the word ‘Amul’ as a trademark by any other entity may tantamount to infringement,

BADSHAH MASALA PLANS TO ENTER READY-TO-EAT SEGMENT

adshah Masala is launched attempting to target the younger generation, while carrying the brand’s legacy forward and also portraying it as a generational product. Hemant Jhaveri is the managing director of Badshah Masala aims to educate and spread awareness among the younger generation about how they can conveniently cook their favourite dishes. However, the fact is that nowadays, the younger generation doesn’t have much time on their hands and is more inclined towards ready-to-eat options that provide a quick fix to hunger pangs. And, unlike 3-4 decades back, when Badshah Masala used to face direct competition only from the likes of MDH, Catch and Everest, nowadays, it also faces a tough fight from various RTE brands. The ready-to-eat segment is definitely on a rise, but it is not currently competing with the spice industry. Right now, the immediate target is to

increase sales and, once that is done Badshah masala will enter the readyto-eat segment. Badshah Masala is available on all major e-commerce platforms like Amazon, Flipkart, BigBasket, Grofers, etc. It also sells masalas through its own website. Giving an insight of the brand’s online sales, Jhaveri informs, “The percentage of our online sales, when compared to offline, is low, but it is in the growing stage right now and we see it increasing drastically in future. Jhaveri says that the COVID pandemic, digital acceleration and increased importance of social media have made the brand increase its digital spends, which were almost negligible 3-4 years back. The immediate focus for Badshah Masala is to multiply its revenue, work towards its media strategy and make its presence felt in digital as well as print median

As an interim, the plaintiff sought direction to restrain the defendant, its officers, agents, dealers and others from advertising, promoting or in any other manner using or dealing

with the infringing mark ‘Amul’ or any other logos or word, which are identical or deceptively similar to the plaintiff’s ‘Amul’ trademarkn

FOOD SAFETY DEPTS TOLD NOT TO RENEW LICENCES ISSUED OFFLINE; GO ONLINE

he FSSAI has issued an order asking state food safety departments not to renew licences issued offline. Since the launch of Food Safety Compliance System (FoSCoS) in November 2020, the food authority has been asking food businesses to get licences afresh through the online system of licensing and registration. The order reads, “It has been decided that the State Licensing and Registration Authorities shall stop renewal of offline issued licences with immediate effect and shall direct FBOs to file online applications for new Licence/Registration as per eligibility criteria through FoSCoS." The order added that Commissioners of Food Safety were requested to send confirmation regarding compliance of this order by August 31, 2021. The FSSAI has received several complaints about many Licensing Authorities renewing offline licences and registrations which have been issued earlier through offline mode.

FSSAI officials say that the challenge with offline licence renewal will be ‘maintainability of the records’. FSSAI in a statement explains that the offline renewals of Licence or Registration will lead to many challenges like no record for such offline renewed FSSAl Licences and Registration, which can be maintained online in FoSCoS. Also, such FBOs will not be able to file Annual Returns through FoSCoS, which is mandatory from FY 2020-21. FSSAI’s statement added that no online inspections including risk based and sampling can be done against offline issued licences. “Similarly, modules for online improvement notices and adjudication will not work for such licensees. No online record is possible for FSSAl initiatives via FoSCoS portal like Hygiene rating, Indian Food Laboratory Network (InFoLNet), Audit Management System (AMS), Food Safety Training and Certification (FoSTaC) etc. for such FBOs,” reads the statement.n

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TCPL LAUNCHES CARBON NEGATIVE HIMALAYAN WATER IN THE UK

ata Consumer Products Ltd (TCPL) is entering the UK market with its water portfolio through the launch of its premium natural mineral water brand Himalayan Water. This is the first water brand to be launched by TCPL in the UK. At first, Himalayan Water will be available online only and distribution will be expanded gradually. The UK launch is in line with the company’s strategy to cross leverage its brands across markets and maximize brand potential,” the company said. Himalayan Water in the UK is carbon negative and water positive and uses fully recyclable packaging, said TCPL adding its bottling facility in the Shivalik Range in the Himalayan mountains uses 100 per cent renewable energy. TCPL Managing Director and CEO Sunil D’Souza said Himalayan Water is a brand with significant potential and the brand is well known in India and launching it in the UK will help us cross control and augment our beverage portfolio in one of our key international markets. TCPL is coming out with an ambition to become a leading FMCG player. The company, which owns Tata Tea, Tetley, Tata Salt, Eight O’clock Coffee, Himalayan Water and emerging brands like Tata Sampann, Tata Soulfull, Tata Gluco Plus and Tata Water Plus, is present in over 40 countries across the world.n

FOOD AND BEVERAGE MANUFACTURERS FACE SEVERE SCARCITY OF TIN CANS AND PEEL-OFF PACKAGING

anufacturers of food, beverages, paints, room fresheners and pharmaceuticals are facing severe scarcity of tin cans and peel-off packaging that is compelling them to delay or cut production. The packaging shortage is hitting chocolate and juice companies that are looking to incline production in expectation of higher demand during the forthcoming festive season. This follows a Bureau of India Standards (BIS) order effective last month. It orders use of BIS-certified and tin-free steel for cans, easy-open ends and peel-off ends for packaging. The certification requirement has created a shortage of raw material. The industry had been importing 90% of these materials since local production isn’t sufficient. And according to RS Sodhi, managing director of Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd, maker of Amul chocolates said,” there is a holdup effect in implementing the BIS certification by importers because of Covid-related supply constraints in recent months, and this is causing disruptions. India’s largest dairy brand sells some of its cheese, flavoured milk and infant foods in tin based cans and containers. The government had mandated BIS certification in July last year and given the industry until January 2021 to comply, extending this by six months. Also the international suppliers have been unable to get BIS certification because of Covid-related disruptions. Production Hampered, Or Even

Stalled Demand for tinplate and tin-free steel from the domestic industry is about 700,000 tons annually. Only two domestic companies manufacture the material. This is a problem waiting to accentuate further. Supply chain disruptions are brewing and will be further accelerated, especially for those with limited raw material bandwidth,” said FieldFresh Foods, which makes Del Monte juices and condiments. Most Del Monte juices are packaged in cans. Production is being hampered, or even stalled in some cases, with acute shortage for such tin-based packs for various categories, including juices, cheeses, paints and even some medicines that use tin peeloff,” said Metal Container Manufacturers Association (MCMA), which represents manufacturers of such packaging.

The BIS requirement is aimed at encouraging greater domestic production and reducing imports. Further Extension Denied “While we are supportive of the government’s inclination to rely more on Indian manufacturers and minimize imports, some more time would be beneficial for the industry to comply with the updated certifications,” Sodhi said. The industry had asked that the steel and steel products quality control order be pushed back until March next year, but the government rejected this. Industry executives said obtaining BIS certification involves complex procedures and international suppliers will not be able to get quickly approved. Tinplate steel, or a sheet of steel coated with tin, is used for packagingn

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DKSH EXPANDS DISTRIBUTION PARTNERSHIP WITH DSM HUMAN NUTRITION AND HEALTH TO INDIA DKSH has been appointed distribution partner for DSM Human Nutrition and Health, a global purpose-led, performance-driven, science-based company specializing in Nutrition, Health, and Sustainable Living, in India.

KSH's Business Unit Performance Materials, a leading distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients, has expanded its existing partnership with DSM Human Nutrition and Health to India. Under the agreement, DKSH will provide marketing and sales as well as distribution and logistics for DSM’s range of standard premixes for the food and beverage industry, including concepts such as immunity booster, energy premix, bone health, general wellbeing, and more. DKSH is a strategic partner of DSM Food Specialties with an established and successful relationship across Asia Pacific. For the DSM Human Nutrition and Health division, this is the first significant collaboration in Asia and follows DKSH’s initial partnership with DSM in Hong Kong. Through DSM’s portfolio, DKSH will reach a broader range of customers who are looking to expand their food and beverage solutions and increase their market coverage in India. DKSH supports its customers to deliver nutritional value, as well as to develop and improve the quality of products, particularly from its state-of-the-art food and beverage innovation center in Mumbai. Raj Sahetiya, Senior Business Director, HNH, South Asia, DSM, commented: “DKSH is a well-

known brand and distributor in India, having a proven track record as a reliable distribution partner. In addition, they have a strong team of food technologists to promote innovative products, as well as strong capabilities in logistics, sales, and marketing.” "We are delighted to expand our successful partnership with DSM Human Nutrition and Health to India. DKSH was chosen for its strong capabilities in logistics, indepth market insights, and proven track record in marketing, sales, and distribution in Asia. We look forward to growing a successful partnership with DSM in existing and new market segments." said Cesar Saez, Vice President, Global Food & Beverage Ingredients at DKSH.

About DSM – Bright Science. Brighter Living.™ Royal DSM is a global, purpose-led, science-based company specializing in Nutrition, Health, and Sustainable Living. DSM’s purpose is to create brighter lives for all. DSM addresses with its products and solutions some of the world’s biggest challenges while simultaneously creating economic, environmental, and societal value for all its stakeholders – customers, employees, shareholders, and society at large. DSM delivers innovative solutions for human nutrition, animal nutrition, personal care and aroma,

medical devices, green products and applications, and new mobility and connectivity. DSM and its associated companies deliver annual net sales of about €10 billion with approximately 23,000 employees. The company is founded in 1902 and is listed on Euronext Amsterdam. www.dsm. com

About DKSH DKSH's purpose is to enrich people’s lives. For more than 150 years, we have been delivering growth for companies in Asia and beyond across our Business Units Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Performance Materials and Technology. As a leading Market Expansion Services provider, we offer sourcing, market insights, marketing and sales,

eCommerce, distribution and logistics as well as after-sales services. Listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange, DKSH operates in 36 markets with 32,450 specialists, generating net sales of CHF 10.7 billion in 2020. The DKSH Business Unit Performance Materials distributes specialty chemicals and ingredients for food, pharmaceutical, personal care and various industrial applications. With 48 innovation centers and regulatory support worldwide, we create cutting-edge formulations that comply with local regulations. With around 1,260 specialists, the Business Unit generated net sales of CHF 1.1 billion in 2020. www.dksh.com/pmn

MOFPI INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR POST OF DIRECTOR, IIFPT

he Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) has invited applications for the post of Director in Indian Institute of Food Processing Technology (IIFPT), Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu.

Ashwani Maindola, New Delhi IIFPT is an autonomous research and educational institute under the MoFPI, Government of India, and the institute offers, B.Tech, M.Tech, PhD programmes and conducts research for identifying technologies for food processing, preserving, value addition, by- product utilisation through bio-processing, process and product development and food safety

and quality.

The decision, according to experts, will pave the way for including more subjects related to food processing along with research & development in the area of value addition, which are more suitable to needs of the industry as well as the students to get better employment opportunities.

The educational qualification needed to be eligible for the post include Doctoral Degree in PostHarvest Technology, Food Process Engineering, Food Engineering, Agriculture Engineering, Food Science, Food Science & Technology, Biochemistry, Food Technology, Food Biotechnology, Agriculture or Chemical Engineering /Dairy Engineering or similar qualifications preferably with work pertaining to food processing technologies or any other branch of sciences with expertise in food processing technologies.

According to the notice, the post will be filled up on tenure basis for a period of 5 years or up to superannuation at the age of 62 years, whichever is earlier.

And the role of the director shall be to plan, guide, direct, supervise, administer and coordinate academic research and extension activities of IIFPT. n

The Ministry has issued a notice in this regard. Recently, the Government of India has also declared IIFPT as an institution of national importancealong with NIFTEM, at Kundli in Haryana.

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TETRA PAK SUSTAINABILITY REPORT SHOWS ACTIONS TO MEET NET ZERO AMBITION

etra Pak, a world leading food processing and packaging solutions company, released the 2021 Sustainability Report, celebrating the many ways the company has worked to protect food, people, and the planet in the past year. An annual tradition since 1999, this year's report is especially poignant during a global pandemic, while the world's focus on planet and the environment is being challenged.

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Continued to ensure food safety and help customers maintain uninterrupted food supplies during the COVID-19 crisis; In 2020 alone, over 77 billion litres of products have been sold in Tetra Pak packages. Worked in partnerships to ensure 64 million children in 45 countries received milk or other nutritious beverages in Tetra Pak packages in their schools, despite the pandemic. Achieved 2020 climate goal, decoupling economic growth from GHG emissions across the full value chain, scope 1, 2, 3 (-19% versus 2010). Achieved an outstanding –70% GHG reduction in operations from 2010 to 2020, scope 1 and 2. Announced a net zero climate goal and SBTi approved sciencebased targets across all scopes 1, 2&3 Technical validation with limited commercial launch of first aseptic package with non-foil barrier. Launched breakthrough lowenergy equipment line for processing juices and still drinks. Led and implemented a wide range of activities across the recycling value chain in markets

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around the world, contributing to increased global carton package recycling rate of 27%. Became the only company in the carton packaging sector to be included in CDP’s leadership band for environmental transparency and action for five years in a row and to score an outstanding double “A” for climate and forests. Extended the use of renewable electricity across factories to 83% in 2020, up from 69% in 2019, surpassing target of 80%.

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Continued to ensure uninterrupted support to customers and the nation during the lock-down period owing to Covid-19 pandemic. Over 1.8 billion litres of products have been supplied to brands across India in 2020 alone. Deployed over Rs 5 crore towards Covid-19 relief efforts in India

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Worked closely with customers to help optimise their operations and equipment to help reduce water, energy and product waste. Installed solar panels with a capacity of 3000 kW, at manufacturing site at Chakan (Maharashtra) - a step towards reaching 100% renewable electricity target. Doubled the capacity of Certified Renovation Center that refurbishes packaging and processing equipment by reusing 80% of the material, while extending the life of the equipment by another 60%, significantly reducing the CO2 impact. Tetra Pak’s Collection and Recycling Network expanded to cover 26 states and Union Territories, over 45 cities & 15 Army cantonments, supported by 4 recyclers across India. 4 new collection partners added in 4 cities - Earth Recycler in Chennai, Finish Society in Udaipur, The Kabadiwala in Bhopal and Waste Warriors in Dehradun. A new used carton package collection facility set up in partnership with the Indian Army at Joshimath, Uttarakhand. Also, the first ever carton package recycling facility was set up in Sri Lanka, in partnership with EcoMaximus. Reached a recycling rate of over 40% in India owing to Tetra Pak’s own efforts as well as the efforts of the industry through Action Alliance for Recycling beverage Cartons (AARC). AARC now includes 15 member companies including leading food and beverage brands and carton manufacturers.

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Successfully completed 11 years of Go Green with Tetra Pak (consumer awareness program in Mumbai), collecting over 80 lakh carton packages over the years. The program was expanded further to Chennai with 18 consumer drop-off points set up across the city. Successfully concluded Phase 1 (2017-2019) and kicked-off Phase 2 of Alag Karo – Har Din Teen Bin, a waste segregation program run in partnership with Coca Cola India, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, implemented by Saahas.

As a world-leading food processing and packaging solutions company, the company recognises that future success depends on the company’s ability to provide safe and environmentally sound products to consumers and commits to being socially responsible in the way that it operates across the value chain. The company has long taken a value chain approach because it recognises that it can only create a more sustainable future by addressing the interconnected nature of the environmental, social and economic challenges. The company uses the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), to help prioritise sustainability efforts. The company’s Strategy 2030, which will guide the team over the next decade, has “Lead the sustainability transformation” as one of its central pillars comprising of two goals: “Lead with low-carbon circular economy solutions” and “Enhance sustainability across the value chain”. This is well reflected in the actions taken in 2020, and the plans laid out for the next decade.n

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" The Invincible Path" Since the inception, MAGIC COLOURS INDIA has grown from strength to strength by siding the its consumer preferences and analysing their needs. Magic Colours India is a project that focuses on manufacturing and producing in India whereas the distribution is spread over South Asia , Gulf, Australia and more.

Magic Colours® since its inception has always riveted towards upscale trend and has successfully managed to develop and launch new products every few months. With the recent trends and developments hitting the chart we are projecting a completely new market for bakery supplies across the globe.

Magic colours has always made efforts to stay ahead of time when it comes to offering quality product in field of baking. Fondant, Gel Colours, Air Brush Colours, Supa Whips, Chocolate Colours, Flower Paste, Lace Paste, Airbrush Machines; you name it and we have it. With a mission to rejuvenate India’s outlook towards the Bakery and Confectionery Industry, following the bakers’ preferences, we ventured into an unexplored and hence the launch of Sugar Shine India.

It’s product line introduces consumers to a variety of decorating projects that are as achievable as they are impressive. Our recent introduction under the brand Sugar Shine India comprises of a wide range of sprinkles, wafer paper, shine glow, shine brush, shinex and red velvet solution.

For masses looking forward for quality Magic Colours and Sugar Shine India is the name to go with .A thorough research on the needs and aspirations of bakers and to bring them the best quality products from within India and abroad is a mission that we are heading for. We aspire to be a global player in this market and ensure maximum customer satisfaction.

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DESPITE COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS, INDIA ACHIEVES EXPORTS MORE THAN 44.3% reported a growth of 69.6 per cent. In April-June, 2020-21, fresh fruits and vegetables were exported to the tune of $584.5 million which rose to $637.7 million in April-June 2021-22. India reported a huge 415.5 per cent jump in export of other cereals while the export of meat, dairy and poultry products witnessed an increase 111.5 per cent in the first three months of the current fiscal (2021-22). The export of other cereals increased from $44.9 million in April-June 2020 to $ 231.4 million in April-June 2021 and the export of meat, dairy and poultry products increased from $483.5 million in April-June 2020 to $1022.5 million in April-June 2021.

espite Covid-19 restrictions, especially due to the second wave of pandemic witnessed during the first quarter of current fiscal, India achieved a significant increase of 44.3 per cent in export of agricultural and processed food products in the 2021-22 (April-June), in comparison to the corresponding period of 2020-21. The huge jump in exports of agricultural and processed food products during the first three months of current fiscal, is in continuation of growth in exports witnessed in the financial year 2020-21. According to WTO’s trade map, with the total agri exports of $37 billion in the year 2019, India is ranked at 9th position in the world ranking. The initiatives taken by Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce, has helped the country achieve this milestone at a time when the outbreak of pandemic was at its peak.

According to the Quick Estimates released by the Directorate General of Commercial Intelligence and Statistics (DGCI&S), the overall export of APEDA products has witnessed 44.3 per cent growth in terms of the dollar during AprilJune 2021, over the same period of previous year. The overall export of APEDA products increased from $ 3338.5 million in April-June 2020 to $ 4817.9 million in April-June 2021. In terms of Indian agri-exports, the country has registered an increase of 25.02 per cent in terms of dollar and 29.43 per cent in terms of rupees in the FY 2020-21 (April-March), in comparison to the same period in the previous year. However, it has been estimated that the country’s agriexport will register a positive growth of about 15 per cent in the current year (2021-22) as well. As per the Quick Estimates, the exports of fresh fruits and vegetables registered a 9.1 per cent growth, while shipment of processed food products like cereals preparations and miscellaneous processed items

exported, APEDA has recognised 220 labs across India to provide services of testing to a wide range of products and exporters. APEDA also assists in up-gradation and strengthening of recognised laboratories for export testing and residue monitoring plans. APEDA also provides assistance under the financial assistance schemes of infrastructure development, quality improvement and market development for boosting export of agricultural products.

The export of rice, which recorded a positive growth of 25.3 percent, increased from $1914.5 million in April-June 2020 to $2398.5 million in April-June 2021.

APEDA organises participation of exporters in the International Trade Fairs, which provides a platform to the exporters to market their food products in the global marketplace. APEDA also organizes National events like AAHAR, Organic World Congress, BioFach India, to promote agri-exports.

The rise in export of agricultural and processed food products is

APEDA also initiates registration of pack-houses for horticulture

the outcome of APEDA’s various initiatives taken for the export promotion of agricultural and processed food products such as organising B2B exhibitions in different countries, exploring new potential markets through product specific and general marketing campaigns by active involvement of Indian Embassies.

products for meeting the quality requirements of the international market. Registration of export units for peanut shelling and grading and processing units, for instance, is to ensure quality adherence for the EU and non-EU countries.

The APEDA has also taken several initiatives to promote products having registered geographical indications (GI), in India by organising virtual Buyer Seller Meets on agricultural and food products with UAE and on GI products, including handicrafts with USA. APEDA is continuing with the initiative of conducting Virtual Buyer Seller Meets (VBSM), with potential importing Countries to popularize the GI products of major agricultural commodities exported. In order to ensure seamless quality certification of products to be

APEDA carries out registration of meat processing plants and abattoirs for ensuring compliance with the global food safety and quality requirements. Another key initiative includes development and implementation of traceability systems which ensure the food safety and quality compliances of the importing countries. Compilation and dissemination of various international trade analytical information, sharing market access information amongst exporters and addressing trade enquiries, are also part of the overall thrust APEDA provides for boosting exports.n

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WINDOW OF OPPORTUNITIES FOR FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AT UP FOOD PARK

RED BULL INDIA LAUNCHES A NEW LIMITED EDITION WITH THE UNIQUE TASTE OF EXOTIC AÇAI BERRY

ttar Pradesh Government's food park is now set to offer new investment opportunities to food processing industries. UP State Industrial Development Corporation (UPSIDA) has finished construction work on roads in the Mega Food Park, Baheri, near Bareilly. The 250 acre land will create a window of opportunities to food processing industries. "The Mega Food Park is being developed on 250 acre land in Baheri near Bareilly. The land has been booked for companies in the food park. The entire process is kept online. A total of 30 acre has been reserved for Hindustan and it will set up a bottling plant there. There will be a primary centre in the food park, where farmers will be able to sell their goods to entrepreneurs."said Mayur Maheshwari, CEO, UPSIDA. The cluster based Mega Food Park Scheme approach envisages creation of state of the art support

infrastructure in a well-defined agricultural and horticultural zone for setting up of modern food processing units in the industrial plots provided in the park with a well-set supply chain. The scheme aims at providing a mechanism to link agricultural production to the market by bringing together farmers, processors and retailers to ensure maximising value addition, minimising wastage, increasing farmers' income and creating employment opportunities, particularly in the rural sector.n

ed Bull India launches the new Purple Edition with a refreshing and unique taste of Açai Berry; making it a perfect on-the-go drink to vitalize your body and mind. From riding a bike to skipping rope, dancing with the beats to boarding at a park, fill all your moments with the bold shades of purple and pop open a chilled can for a very berry surprise. The Red Bull Purple Edition is priced at INR 115 for 250 ml and is available

nationally across retail outlets like Star Bazaar, 24X7 (Delhi & Punjab), Wellness Stores, Ratnadeep, SPAR and Spencer’s for a limited period. The new edition is already available across e-commerce platforms too – Amazon and Swiggy Instamart Continuing to search for new and innovative ways to entice its consumers, Red Bull India is also hosting engaging on-ground, in-store and on-campus activations over 2 months.n

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MITRASK FOOD TESTING OFFERS INSIGHTS TO GAIN FREEDOM FROM COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS

itraSK Food Testing, is a leading integrated, food testing and quality enhancing organisation in India, serving the nation since last 80 years. This August, the company launches a consumer awareness social media campaign called Freedom from Common Misconceptions on Daily Food and Purchase, that aims to offer specific expert led details on 3 of the most common conditions when it comes to Indian households and family food purchase. Dr Soumyadeep Mukhopadhyay, laboratory-in-charge at MitraSK Food Testing Services, explains topics covering 3 areas where consumers can reduce the harmful elements in the food and thus buy and eat healthier with some simple adjustments in daily lives and being more aware and free of health hazards.

These topics include – Is cooking oil reusable after one frying cycle? Even though fried food is so popular, very few people are aware of the harmful effects of reusing the oil used to fry food. In a common Indian household, it is also considered as an area of saving the oil consumption. While that is also important it should be reused beyond a certain way or time. Oil heated to high temperatures releases toxic fumes. Fumes are given off even before the smoke point is reached, but increases dramatically

waxes really safe? Whether the wax coats are safe to digest depends on the type of coating used. Most of the coatings involve morpholine that is tremendously harmful and can cause liver or kidney dysfunctions. Dr Mukhopadhyay said, “In India, natural waxes like Candelilla wax, Beeswax and carnauba wax are the only permissible food waxes on different fruits and vegetables. In order to determine whether the wax coating is made of natural or petroleum based waxes, the physical and chemical properties need to be known. All natural waxes have the esters group which are not present in petroleum waxes as they are made of alkanes of various carbons. This is tested using FT-IR Spectroscopy.” when the temperature goes above smoke point. Each time oil is heated, its fat molecules break down a little bit. This causes it to reach its “smoke point,” the temperature at which it literally starts to smoke and give off a bad odour, more quickly each time it is used. When this happens, unhealthy substances are released both into the air and into the food being cooked. Dr Mukhopadhyay said, “These substances are grouped under total polar compounds and their toxicity may cause lipid deposition, oxidative stress, hypertension, atherosclerosis. The Food Safety and Standards of India (FSSAI), has fixed the maximum limit of Total Polar

compounds at 25%. We at MSK ensure that the cooking oil adheres to the set codes of FSSAI.”

Fruits and veggies are coated with a layer of wax to preserve their shine. Is this wax coating harmful? Fruits and vegetables have a natural wax coating that retains moisture because they are composed of 80 to 95 percent water. However, for the purpose of packaging they are profusely washed and thus the coating wears off. Artificial waxes are then applied to replace the natural ones that wear off. This wax is applied on products to improve the appearance and increase shelf-life. But are these

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), permits only natural waxes on produce. Therefore, the FT-IR tested wax coatings applied on products are not considered harmful when ingested.

How to read labels on a food product and make the best buying decision? FSSAI has laid down labelling guidelines which every food manufacturer must follow the label must include name of food, list of ingredients, nutritional info, veg/ non veg, food additives, net quantity, health claim if any other points to note on a label are batch number, FSSAI license number, address and contact of manufacturer, country of origin.n

NCDEX PARTNERS WITH ARYA FOR SKILL DEVELOPMENT SESSIONS FOR FPOS

he National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX), partners with Arya - India’s largest postharvest Agritech player to deliver a series of knowledge sessions for farmers and FPOs in Maharashtra.

Profitable market linkages are a critical aspect for better realisation by producers. Through its knowledge services platform, both companies are training 150 farmers from five FPOs of 50 villages in Maharashtra for marketing of their produce through commodity exchange. Based on feedback and progress is expected to be expanded to further states and FPOs on mutual agreement. Commenting on the session, D. Chattanathan, co-founder, Arya, said, “Arya has been trying to improve the income stream of famers by enabling access to finance, storage and market linkages nearer to the farm gate. Tech-enabled practices will only help the farmers improve output quality, increase productivity and ensure better returns for their commodity. These capability building and skilling programs prepare small holders and their organisations to embrace technology and innovative solutions

which in turn will enable them to improve their incomes.” Piyush Jain, manager - FPO team, NCDEX said, “Through its exchange facilitated market linkage offering, NCDEX endeavours to impart greater transparency, efficiency and better price for farmers produce. We hope our collaboration with Arya in training farmers on commodity exchange offerings will increase smallholder participation in exchange transactions.”

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FOOD AUTOMATION & ROBOTICS FOR IMPROVED FOOD MANUFACTURING & PACKAGING

he systematic implementation and incorporation of automation and robotic systems will significantly enhance food manufacturing efficiency during unsustainable economic pressures. Food manufacturing has evolved as a vastly complex process, where it covers preparing, cooking, sorting, packaging, and palletising. To increase production at the facilities, industrial robots are widely adopted to save time, space, cleanliness, and safety. In the food manufacturing units, the robots are usually used in the process of dispensing, feed placement, cutting, packaging, or casing of food, pick-and-placing products into sorting and containers. The advanced developments in food robots result in the remote order of food for picking and sorting to save employees' energy by automatically filling that specific order. Considering the food items' packaging, where consistency, speed, or repetitive productions are concerned, the food robots win over humans in operational and production efficiency. Automation and robots are installed with great care, such as robots primarily equipped with intelligent vision systems, allowing them to take care of precise product placement on a sorting belt with the highest accuracy. These vision system robots can also be utilised to sort in terms of colour, shape, or size.

Need of Robots to Improve Individual Manufacturing Process The robots are incorporated in the food sector to initiate the manufacturing proactively and have a clear understanding of various units such as payload, speed, accuracy, and work envelope. To execute the process, the robots carry hold on various operations to meet cleanroom specification, such as robots include – • • • • • •

Dispensing Robots Pick & Place Robots Palletizing Robots Sorting Robots Order Selection Robots Clean Room Robots

There has also been further developed in the vacuum and grippers tools used in food robots. The airflow vacuum tool is ideal for handling goods with damageable surfaces because it can pick up products without touching them.

The suction cup is perfect for controlling many kinds of products, especially those with an uneven surface, such as biscuits and frozen pizzas. Using pressure difference, the vacuum gripper holds the product by using, which allows for fast pick up. Finger grippers are best used for products that cannot be handled by suction, such as cakes with loose particles on top. All gripper and suction tools should be easy to clean, change over, and made from materials suitable for the application.

Annual Supply of Industrial Food Robots Worldwide • • •

2016 – 8,000 2017 – 9,000 2018 – 12,000

Considering the food industry's robot applications, most of them are used for packaging and end-of-line product casing and palletisation. Therefore, this creates untapped potential in primary and secondary processing stages of food manufacturing, where primary processing includes operations on raw food (cleaning, inspecting, sorting, measuring, preparing, and transporting), and secondary processing consists of the processes needed to combine ingredients and produce food products, (cooking, blending, chilling, and assembling).

Covid-19 Impact on the Food Automation and Robotics The current automation trend has witnessed the new technology developments capable of providing end-to-end automation production of diversified processed foods. Reducing worker presence across the manufacturing process could help minimise potential rapid contamination and help companies reduce costs in terms of safety and other measures for personnel.

The food industry has emerged as an essential aspect in the current Covid-19 pandemic environment, which is primarily driven by various factors, including safety and hygiene, which have resulted in growing discussions concerning the element of automation across food manufacturing.

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Robotics will Change the Food Industry 2021 During the pandemic outbreak, the robots introduce new ways to process and packaged food considering the highest food safety and sanitation level. Simultaneously, it also provides an opportunity for job delegations that are ergonomically difficult and harmful to human workers.

Food Manufacture Autonomous food production is the primary factor expected to address the current need for rising food consumption. In the next five years, the global food automation industry value is expected to be double by 2022 from 2019. The Asia-Pacific regional market will witness the most significant contributing driving factor in the world due to the growing popularity of ready-to-eat foods.

Food manufacturing has been segmented into two phases:

Primary Processing — Initial, the procurement of raw food products are cleaned, sorted, blended, and transported. Robotic applications include slaughtering and sorting. Secondary Processing — Later, the ingredients are mixed to form new food products by cooking, baking, chilling, and others. Robotic applications include product sorting, mixing, and defect removal.

Robotic applications are most suitable for secondary processing, as the food is more standardised by then. However, it is expected to witness a tremendous demand for robotics in primary processing.

Food Packaging Currently, food packaging robots have been incorporated into the entire food supply chain. However, the latest development makes it possible to automate the packaging process as a whole. Food packaging has been segmented into three phases: •

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Primary Packaging — Individual foods are packaged. For instance, a pick-and-place robot puts sweets into plastic tubs. Secondary Packaging —

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Individual packages are gathered together to finalize the shipping of the final products. For instance, another pick-and-place robot stacks those plastic tubs into a larger box. Tertiary Packaging — Secondary packages are gathered together for shipping. For instance, a palletizing robot puts many boxes onto a pallet.

It seems possible that robotic packaging will highlight as one of the leading applications in the food industry.

Food Safety Although the interest in automation and robot technology is partly driven by labour costs and the availability of skilled laborers, more companies focus on food safety and hygiene. The rising awareness for the clean and non-contaminating manufacturing areas and the increasing demand for food products in the global market will significantly enhance the demand and consumption of automation and robots across the food supply chain.

increases the focus of the food companies to follow these two major megatrends, FSMA, and processing. Companies are simultaneously trying to resolve both, in which automation and robotics can lend a hand to them.

Food Delivery Recently, robotic food delivery is in the limelight across the globe. In 2020, Domino’s Pizza declared that it would

21 incorporate autonomous ground vehicles for food delivery after their initial successful drone delivery in late 2019. Although autonomous food supply may sound similar to ‘the latest fad', this meets a growing market trend. Over the last few years, home-grown ready-to-eat food and demand for restaurant-quality, has grown enormously. It is doubtful whether or not autonomous delivery will become widespread, but the food

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CARGILL TO ACQUIRE AALST, LEADING ASIAN CHOCOLATE SUPPLIER

esponding to an Asian marketplace sweet on chocolate products, Cargill has entered into an agreement to acquire Aalst Chocolate Pte. Ltd., a Singaporebased world-class chocolate manufacturer. Pending regulatory approval and closing conditions, the acquisition will significantly expand the company’s Asia-Pacific footprint, adding chocolate to its existing portfolio of cocoa products, already sold throughout the region. Francesca Kleemans, managing director, Cargill Cocoa and Chocolate- Asia-Pacific, said, “The rapidly growing Asian marketplace is increasingly wielding its influence around the globe, sparking inspiration and driving international trends. Joining with Aalst strengthens our position in this critical region, enabling us to become the supplierof-choice for industrial and foodservice customers. With an expanded selection of value-added and specialty chocolate products and deep technical expertise, together we can accelerate innovation, better helping customers create products that continue to surprise and delight.” The brand’s large customer base spans more than 50 countries, exporting to industrial, retail and foodservice clients in key markets such as India, China, Southeast Asia, Oceania, Korea and Japan. Its comprehensive portfolio features six distinct brands, with offerings that include both bakestable and artisan chocolates and compounds, in addition to a range of premium retail chocolate products and luxury pralines. By partnering together, the two companies will leverage their collective strengths, bringing customers increased security of

a reliable supply of high-quality cocoa and chocolate products, better product sensory experience with their combined research and development competencies, and through the Cargill Cocoa Promise, access to a robust sourcing network that aims to ensure a thriving cocoa sector for generations to come. Upon completion of the transaction, all assets, including its state-of-theart manufacturing plant in Singapore, research and development capabilities in Singapore and Shanghai, and its over 200 employees across the region, will join the company’s cocoa and chocolate Asia-Pacific operations. Singapore, with its unparalleled supply chain infrastructure and extensive international trade agreements, remains the strategic

regional business hub. Richard Lee, founder and CEO, Aalst Chocolate Pte Ltd., said, “Singapore and made-in-Singapore products are both highly regarded and reputed for meeting stringent world-class standards. We are proud of Aalst Chocolate’s heritage as a Singapore company with a renowned presence of over 18 years in Asia’s chocolate industry. Together with Cargill’s global expertise and experience, we believe that this new venture will be well-positioned to harness the full potential of exciting synergetic growth possibilities and become an ideal integrated chocolate solution provider for our customers.” On the heels of the acquisition, the company is gearing up to start its

first Asian chocolate manufacturing operations in India next month, producing chocolate and chocolate compounds for the domestic market. Prior to this, the company opened its first Asian cocoa processing facility in Gresik, Indonesia in 2014, and subsequently launched new Gerkens cocoa powders for the region in 2016 and 2019. Today’s announcement further affirms the company’s commitment to the sector and expands its presence in the fast-growing Asia-Pacific cocoa and chocolate market, positioning it as a trusted cocoa supplier, local chocolate manufacturer and regional chocolate expert.n

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LE PURE CHOCOLATIER - THE HEART & ART OF FINE CHOCOLATE roasted almonds coated with a rich rose cream or tangy cranberries layered with smooth milk chocolate, each bite in this collection is an amalgamation of nuanced flavours.

e Pure Chocolatier’s inspiration comes from the purest of places, always guiding them to create one exquisite chocolate creation after another. It is a labour of love and after years of being the preferred chocolatier of some of the top companies and gourmet stores in the country, the brand has let customers experience their magic first hand. Handpicked and sourced from cocoa plantations in Ghana, Costa Rica, Venezuela, Tanzania and Columbia, its chocolates are crafted with love in India. Top-of-the-line technology and machinery from USA and Italy only accessible to some of the best chocolatiers in the world, give every creation. The brand’s inspiration comes from the purest of places, always guiding them to create one exquisite chocolate creation after another. It reimagines chocolate and confections into bites of indulgent luxury that capture the essence of different celebrations through the year. Le Pure now launches pan India with the following collections:

Single Origin Bars Experience the distinct ‘terroir’ or unique flavour taken from some of the best cocoa plantations around the world, captured in the Single Origin Bars. Each one of the bars sourced from different regions like Madagascar, Ghana, São Tomé and Ecuador, is well rounded and allows

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you a special sensorial experience that is all about the chocolate.

Bonbon Collection Little bites of refined pleasure, the bonbons are expertly created with distinct combinations. Spheres full of vibrant fruit flavours and jellies, indulgent pralines and caramels make up this exquisite collection. Meticulously crafted and skillfully hand painted, this artistic collection is a tasteful blend of tradition, innovation and indulgent chocolate.

Toffee Collection The collection pays tribute to one of the world’s most classic treats toffee. Using the finest and freshest ingredients, every batch is crafted to create the perfect harmony of texture and sweetness. From a caramelised Turkish Hazelnut Florentine to a sensationally buttery Almond Roca, this collection is a symphony of crunchy goodness and luscious chocolate.

SNACKING INDUSTRY BOOMING DURING THE TIMES OF E-COMMERCE

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t’s a very interesting time we are living in, when our choices are witnessing variety of options. The movement of our attention towards the availability of so many products online for snacking has evoked a desire to first understand the variety with their beautiful creatives, verbalised purpose and crisp content. While the snacking industry has prevailed its menace on the consumer through the traditional model of pick and buy, customers have now matured towards choosing the options carefully based on one’s own choices. As a nation now choices are not driven by the head who used to have his own habitual way of procuring the snacks available to its nearby market, is migrating towards more individual choices within the household with its multiple members of diverse age group ,which is now possible through technology. E-commerce has made possible that the snacking consumers can now choose from what they want across categories based on their taste, aroma, intuitive hunger and fulfilment of particular desire (weight loss, stress relief, protein intake). Since the concept of guests is currently suspended on ground of Covid the choices are more towards options which fulfil the need of snacking with some value delivered on a personal satisfaction. The whole concept of snacking has emerged again with an understanding that it should be healthy and complete with a good beverage.n

Dragées Collection The decadent Dragées Collection is a celebration of luxurious nuts coated with smooth, silky chocolate. A mélange of classic and innovative flavours, these bite-sized treats are hard to resist. Whether it’s the slow

The sweet and savoury confections reimagine snacking to bring you soul satisfying flavours that linger. From irresistibly chewy praline cookies to savoury cashews in uniquely spicedriven flavours and healthy seed mixes, teatime accompaniments never looked better.

Spreads & Confiture Experience spoonfuls of spreadable joy with Spreads and Confiture Collection. Designed to bring you unadulterated happiness at any time of the day, these are cooked down to perfection before they reach you. From creamy hazelnut and divine salted caramel spreads to glistening confiture made from the finest seasonal fruits, these spreadables make everything they’re topped with, better.n

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MAKE YOUR DREAM HOLIDAYS COME TRUE WITH ‘CORNITOS DIY MY WAY’

n the times like these, when all our dreams of a beautiful vacation is turning out to be nothing but a thought, Cornitos, the made-in-India nacho brand, is giving consumers a chance to win a holiday voucher on the purchase of their unique product DIY kits. All the consumers must do is, upload a recipe video created by using DIY kit on their social media handle with

the tag #CornitosDIYMyWay to get a chance to win the holiday voucher worth Rs 50,000 which is applicable anywhere in India.

and fun way. Consumers’ interest in vacation will motivate them to try the product and would help in generating a lot of product trails.”

Shobhit Agarwal, director, Cornitos said, “To make the launch of our unique product Cornitos DIY kits more exciting, we have commenced the #CornitosDIYMyWay campaign which gives us a chance to engage with our consumers in an interactive

The DIY kits come in three interesting flavours designed as per the taste and choice of the consumers. Each DIY kit contains 6 pcs of Tortilla Wraps, 120g Kebab premix, 2 cups of salsa dip, and a 10g seasoning pouch. To satisfy your cravings for

a Mediterranean wrap, the DIY kit Falafel Wrap is the choice for you. Craving for a Middle Eastern snack? Then you can try the DIY kit Shami Kebab Wrap or for your love of Indian flavours, DIY kit Hara Bhara Kebab Wrap is your way to go. The recipe to make the wrap and kebabs is mentioned inside the DIY kit pack.n

CONTINUOUSLY OPERATING PLOUGHSHARE MIXER

ödige Process Technology developed a process engineering solution for the production of monocalcium phosphate (MCP). The powder, which is an essential component of feed and phosphate fertilizers, can thus be produced economically in an “all-in-one” process. Monocalcium phosphate (MCP) is formed by the reaction of pure phosphoric acid and calcium carbonate. Powerful process technology is just as important to the production of high-quality MCP as the quality of the raw materials used. Lödige offers a solution that is specially designed for this application, based on a type KM Ploughshare Mixer for continuous operation.

Ploughshare Mixer With Application-Specific Design The Ploughshare Mixer for continuous operation uses the mechanically generated fluid bed system that was introduced to mixing technology by Lödige: Ploughshare shovels in their basic shape patented by Lödige in 1949 rotate close to the walls of a

the high mechanical and corrosive stress caused by contact with the mixture.

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horizontal, cylindrical drum. The circumference speed and geometric shape of these plough-like mixing tools are designed so that they pick up the raw materials for the mixture completely and throw them into the free mixing compartment. During this process, the material is lifted off the drum wall against the centrifugal force. This generates a mechanical fluid bed, in which the entire product mixture is constantly gripped, resulting in extremely thorough mixing, even with high mixture throughput and short retention times. The mixing elements are shaped to

ensure product transport. Additional choppers in the mixing drum break up agglomerated material and permit systematic granulation during the mixing process. The result is a continuous “all-inone” process. This means all process phases of MCP production can be performed in a single machine. Other units and process steps are no longer necessary. Moreover, the mixer offers great stability and minimized cleaning intervals. A special wear protection shields mixing tools and shovel arms against

The MCP production process has three phases: mixing – reaction – granulation. In the first step, the two base materials, phosphoric acid and calcium carbonate, are mixed to form a highly homogeneous substance. In the second phase of the process, an exothermic reaction is produced under defined conditions, resulting in a conversion of the base materials into monocalcium phosphate. This is followed by granulation in phase 3. The granulate properties can be adapted specifically to the customer’s requirements. The final process step, granulation, offers a variety of advantages over ungranulated MCP: It improves the pourability of the substance and makes transport and storage easier. It allows the product to be packaged dust-free and permits perfect dosing. A variety of different machine sizes is available for throughput rates in a range from 1t/h to 50t/hn

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in Pune, therefore it provides comfort for customer buying decision, customers can test their product before they buy machine and safeguard their investment. We have associated with many food scientist food technologist working in this field over dacades. As our machine is builted/design keeping in mind of unavailability of technical operator as it is completely user friendly and controls with display touch screen. Consumption of gas compare to other available machines in market is low. We also can guide you on packaging material to be used for specific application such as for mithai/namkeen/bakery/fruits/ vegetables/meat/fish etc. Machine can be custom builted for specific user upon their requirement. Our R & D team will assist you to setup your packing process for most of the Indian product. We use WITT(USA) O2, N2, CO2 analyser for accurate calibration of the mixing gases before delivery of the machine and provide calibration certificate.

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EFFORTS ARE ON FOR EARLY COMPLETION OF 19 MEGA FOOD PARKS IN THE COUNTRY: PARAS

nion Minister for Food Processing Industries Pashupati Kumar Paras, said that efforts are on for early completion of 19 Mega Food Parks in the country, which are under various stages of implementation. He said, the primary objective of this scheme is to provide modern infrastructure facilities for food processing along the value chain from farm to market. Ministry has accorded final approval to 38 Mega Food Parks and inprinciple approval to three Mega Food Parks in the country. Out of these, 22 Mega Food Park projects have been made operational. He was speaking to the media after taking an extensive tour of the ministry and interaction with senior officials and staff. Secretary, Food Processing Industries Pushpa Subramanyam accompanied the minister during the formal tour and interaction. The minister said that efforts are also on to boost value addition in 22 perishables like Mango, Banana, Apple, Pineapple, Carrot, Cauliflower, and Beans, identified by the ministry to supplement the income of farmers. Government has announced expansion of scope of 'Operation Greens Scheme' from Tomato, Onion and Potato (TOP), to 22 perishable

products, in the budget speech for 2021-2022. Paras said, there is huge scope for Mini Food Parks in North Eastern region and in North Bihar. He said that he will be visiting Bihar later this month and will also conduct an on-the spot assessment of Mega Food Park at Mansi in Khagaria district of Bihar, which he said is 70 per cent complete. The minister will also meet Bihar’s industry minister Shahnawaz Hussain, to assess the progress of the Mega Food Park at Motipur block

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of Muzaffarpur district, approved by the Centre in April this Year. He said the food parks will help farmers of the region grow Litchi, Makhana, Banana, Potato and Maize, in large quantities and will provide fresh employment opportunities to women and youth of the area.

Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM), Kundali (Haryana), and Indian Institute of Food Processing Technology(IIFPT), Thanjavur (Tamil Nadu), under the Ministry of Food Processing Industries have become Institutions of National Importance (INI).

Paras informed that National Institutes of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management Bill, 2021, has been notified after its passage from Parliament in the just concluded session. He said, with this, National Institute of Food

He expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, for this landmark step, which will provide these institutes greater autonomy, so that they can start new and innovative courses, as well as help them to attract excellent faculty and students.n

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MINISTERS COMMIT TO PROTECT UPL WINS NATIONAL IP AWARD 2020 & WIPO IP ENTERPRISES TROPHY FOOD SYSTEMS, LAUNCH FOOD FOR AGRI SUSTAINABILITY SECURITY ROADMAP

griculture and food ministers from the 21 APEC member economies, reaffirmed their commitment to an open, transparent, productive, sustainable and resilient APEC food system by launching a new 10-year food security roadmap. Nearly 2.37 billion people lacked access to adequate food in 2020, a rise of 320 million in just one year, according to a World Bank policy brief. A report by the Global Network Against Food Crises (GNAFC) found that the number of people facing acute food insecurity who need urgent life and livelihoodsaving assistance hit a five-year high in 2020. Against this backdrop, APEC ministers convened at their annual APEC Ministerial Meeting on Food Security on Thursday, chaired by New Zealand Minister of Agriculture Damien O’Connor, and adopted the APEC Food Security Roadmap Towards 2030. The roadmap details goals and key action areas where APEC is well placed to help ensure people always have access to sufficient, safe, affordable and nutritious food to meet their dietary needs and food preferences for an active and healthy life. Damien O’Connor said, “While food security was already a challenge, Covid-19 showed us that there are vulnerabilities in our food systems and in our economies, and that our food systems need improvement— especially to deliver on the APEC 2040 vision of an open, dynamic, peaceful and resilient region.” The roadmap, aligned with New Zealand’s APEC 2021 priorities as well as the APEC Putrajaya Vision 2040, incorporates four key areas of focus: •

Digitalisation and innovation: using digital levers to drive food sustainability.

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Productivity: prioritising systems that are fit for purpose.

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Inclusivity: ensuring that underrepresented groups are set up to thrive.

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Sustainability: tackling climate change and environmental challenges.

and companies in the field of patents, designs, trademarks and geographical indications.

Philip Houlding, chair of the APEC Policy Partnership on Food Security, said, “Besides our effort to address the challenges of food security, the roadmap also emphasizes efforts in increasing productivity and efficiency, minimizing food waste, mitigating and adapting to climate change as well as reducing costs and facilitating food trade.”

Rajnikant Shroff, chairman and managing director, UPL India, said, “We are proud to put farmers’ needs first and create products and services around their requirements. Our relentless focus on innovation has helped us to launch new products every year. UPL holds over 1,400 granted patents and has about 2,900 pending applications for inventions that satisfy farmers’ needs across geographies.”

The group spearheaded the development of the roadmap and drives public-private sector engagement on all aspects of food security in the region. At the virtual meeting, APEC Ministers heard from Qu Dongyu, director-general of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), on closing the digital divide, especially in rural areas, and how this can help address some challenges faced by small-scale food producers. Ministers acknowledged the benefits of digitalization and discussed measures to promote innovation and improve the use of digital technology to ensure food security as the region recovers from Covid-19. “The pandemic accelerated digital transformation and highlighted the abilities of an innovative digitally enabled economy to better recover and thrive. But effective recovery also requires all elements of government to work together to deliver this transformation and enhance food security in the APEC region,” said O’Connor. Ministers also highlighted the central role of the private sector throughout the food value chain with respect to production and processing, distribution, trade and investment. Ministers encouraged deeper collaboration between policymakers and the private sector to ensure an innovative, refreshed food system to meet the food security challenges of the future. “Without food security for all our people, we cannot achieve the other goals we have for our economies,” O’Connor concludedn

PL, the global provider of sustainable agriculture products and solutions, has received the prestigious National Intellectual Property Award for the year 2020 in the category ‘Top Public /Private Limited Company for Patents and Commercialisation in India: Manufacturing Sector'. There were 11 categories of National IP Awards and the Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal presented the award at a virtual event recently. Additionally, the Geneva-based World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO), along with Intellectual Property Office, India have also conferred the WIPO IP Enterprises Trophy to UPL. Previously, the company had won National IP Awards 2019 in the category of ‘Top Indian Company for Creating Global Brand’ and the ‘WIPO Users Trophy’. National Intellectual Property (IP), Awards are conferred by the Office of Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM), Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, to outstanding innovators, organizations

UPL has upped the ante in India’s agriculture domain by continuously striving to make formulations and processes environmentally friendly, using progressive innovation. Its recently launched NPP (a new global business unit of natural and biologically derived agricultural inputs and technologies), and nurture farm which is digital platform for farmers for the supply of products, innovation and mechanisation) are testaments of our focus on sustainable agriculture. In the recent past, UPL has also been the recipient of the Clarivate South and South East Asia Innovation Awards 2020 in the agribusiness category at the Innovation Forum held by Clarivate Plc. Confederation of Indian Industry has also recognised and awarded UPL with CII Industrial IP Award in Patent Large Enterprises Category in the years 2019 and 2020 and CII Industrial IP Award in Trademark Large Enterprises Category in the year 2019n

VIRTUAL CERTIFICATE COURSE CONDUCTED ON FOOD PROCESSING & AUTOMATION

hamber for Advancement of Small & Medium Businesses, in association with NAHEP, Marathwada Agricultural University (MAU) Parbhani, conducted a two week virtual certificate course, on food processing and automation earlier in August.

The course focused on faculty development and knowledge building for pg students, phd students and faculty. Speakers from all over the world were invited, and they covered topics such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, internet of things (IoT), industry 4.0 in food industry, among others. The course was inaugurated by chief guest, professor Smita Lele, Emeritus Professor Institute of Chemical Technology, she spoke on how technology has evolved in past decades and there will be a competition between man and machine. She encouraged attendees to learn and apply latest technology in their day to day and work life. 33 delegates from all over the world attended the certificate course and benefited immensely.n

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