Food Processing Bazaar

Sugar industry’s apex body ISMA asserted that there is no shortage of sugar in the country and prices in the retail market are expected to come down. Addressing a press conference, Indian Sugar Mills Association (ISMA) President Niraj Shirgaokar said the prices have risen due to various factors, including speculative buying by traders and bulk consumers as well as lower production because of the bad weather conditions.

Ingredion Incorporated (NYSE: INGR), a leading global provider of ingredient solutions to the food and beverage industry, today announced the appointment of Diego Reynoso as chief financial officer effective October 1, 2026. He will serve as a member of the executive leadership team and report to Jim Zallie, chairman, president and chief executive officer.

Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages Private Limited (HCCB), one of India’s leading FMCG companies with a robust non-alcoholic ready to drink portfolio, today announced that it has been certified as a Top Employer in India for 2026 by Top Employers Institute (TEI), the global authority on recognising excellence in people practices.

Starbucks India is set to resume its aggressive store expansion strategy following nearly two years of recalibrating its business model amid a broader slowdown in discretionary spending, Tata Consumer Products Managing Director and CEO Sunil D’Souza has said.

Food regulator FSSAI has suspended the license of Marche Retail Pvt Ltd for serious violations of law and also prohibited Daman-based SDP Industries from selling all variants of ghee. In a social media post on Sunday, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) said it has suspended the license of Marche Retail Pvt Ltd, New Delhi, and has issued a prohibition order to SDP Industries Pvt Ltd, Daman, after “uncovering serious food safety violations”.

Keralam’s seafood sector has launched a sustainability initiative with a draft state fisheries management plan and a digital tracking framework aimed at strengthening responsible fishing practices and expanding the state’s share in the global seafood market, SEAI members on Saturday said.

Food regulator FSSAI informed that it has issued 150 notices to food companies, including major brands Nestle India, PepsiCo and Coca-Cola India, in recent months over misleading advertisements, false claims and non-compliance with labelling regulations. In a social media post, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) shared an update on its enforcement action taken against major brands in recent months.

Danone India has announced the launch of two new flavour sachets Vanilla and Chocolate, to its toddler nutrition drink, Dexogrow, designed to make the brand even more appealing to young children. To help parents deal better with the changing food preferences of young children, the company has created a unique method of preparation that combines essential nutrition with flexible flavor options.

Uttar Pradesh and Japan on Friday explored opportunities for collaboration in food processing, technology and global market access at a business networking event here. According to a press statement, Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya invited Japanese companies to invest in Uttar Pradesh, saying the state has the potential to become a global hub for the food processing industry.

With the official opening of its new plant in Vemagal, near Bangalore, , Krones is further expanding its presence in India. The new site enables the company to support customers even more closely and strengthen its position in one of the world’s most important growth markets for the beverage, food and packaging industries. One of the most dynamic growth markets India is playing an increasingly important role for Krones.