The Fisheries Ministry will meet foreign envoys to explore new seafood export markets and strengthen India’s global fisheries trade presence. The Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying is organizing a “Round Table conference with Ambassador and High commissioners on Seafood export promotions” for strengthening Bilateral trade and International Market Linkage on 21st January Read More
Indonesia’s frozen durian officially enters the Chinese market through Qinzhou Port, boosting bilateral agri-trade and the frozen fruit supply chain. Approximately 48 tons of Indonesia’s frozen durian products have officially entered the Chinese market and are being distributed directly through Qinzhou Port, the Head of the Indonesian Quarantine Agency (Barantin) stated. In a statement in
GraceKennedy has signed an agreement to purchase Fonterra’s stake in Dairy Industries Jamaica. The acquisition will give GraceKennedy full control over the joint venture. This move is part of Fonterra’s strategy to focus on ingredient business. GraceKennedy, the Jamaican conglomerate known for its operations in food and financial services, has reached an agreement to acquire Fonterra’s
Nectar Origins has introduced Manka Pashu Aahar, a premium cattle feed, to enhance milk yields and animal health in India. This initiative aims to improve farm productivity and income. Nectar Origins has launched Manka Pashu Aahar, a scientifically formulated cattle feed designed to enhance milk production and promote livestock health in the Indian dairy sector. This
The UK government has decided to extend the Soft Drinks Industry Levy to cover milk and yogurt-based drinks by 2028. Dairy UK acknowledges the allowance for lactose but expresses concern over the impact on dairy products. The British government has confirmed plans to extend the Soft Drinks Industry Levy to include milk and yogurt-based drinks.
Observed as World Fisheries Day (World Fisheries Day 2025), highlighting the critical role of sustainable fisheries in ensuring food security, supporting livelihoods, and maintaining ecological balance. India, the world’s second-largest fish producer and a leading shrimp exporter, supports over 30 million livelihoods, with 72% of its fish sourced from coastal regions. Recent GST reforms, lowering
Indian seafood exports to China have been rising amid Beijing’s clampdown on imports from Japan. Beijing on Wednesday imposed a complete ban on Japanese seafood imports amid a diplomatic battle over Taiwan. Shares of Indian seafood exporters surged soon after, pointing towards potential gains for the sector, which was hit by steep US tariffs. A
Buddhadeb Pradhan, a shrimp farmer in Nandigram in the West Bengal state in eastern India, has taken a major risk by cultivating a second shrimp crop within weeks of harvesting the first cycle. But he needs the money and is willing to risk a diseased crop, a common occurrence when there are two harvesting cycles
Urban Farmer, a portfolio company of Paine Schwartz Partners and a fully integrated producer of specialty dough products for leading brands and major retailers across North America, announced the transformative acquisition of CAULIPOWER, the number one better-for-you, gluten-free, and cauliflower-crust frozen pizza brand in America. Together, these two industry leaders will unite Urban Farmer’s fully integrated manufacturing
After the imposition of 50% tariffs by the US, India’s exports of marine products to the country, which has traditionally been the single-largest export destination for India, have decreased, with exporters even projecting a 75% year-on-year fall in shipments in September. At the moment, data of country-specific exports for September are yet to be available
