Food Industry News – UAE UAE Sets $10.9 Billion Food Sector Target with Innovation Focus (source) UAE aims to grow food sector GDP contribution from $8.1B to $10.9B by fostering innovation and sustainability. Forum highlighted digital transformation in food manufacturing and supply chain tech integration. Includes National Policy for Economic Clusters to boost interconnected industries … Read more
India Swiggy launches DeskEats for office food delivery innovation (source) Swiggy unveils DeskEats for professionals in 7,000+ offices across 30 cities. Features curated categories like ‘Stress Munchies’ and ‘Healthy Nibbles’ from 200,000 restaurants. Builds on Swiggy’s workplace rewards to boost employee perks and food sector digitization. Review: Swiggy’s new product is a major digital step … Read more
United States: Food Industry Regulatory Shifts and Legal Developments Texas Bans Sale of Cell-Cultivated Meat (source) Texas is now the seventh US state to ban lab-grown meat, signing SB 261 into law prohibiting its sale. The law expires in two years, which may help Texas avoid legal challenges compared to states with indefinite bans. Multiple … Read more
United States Leading Food Companies to Showcase Latest Innovations at IFT FIRST 2025 (source) IFT FIRST 2025 in Chicago will feature new technologies, ingredients, and product demos from global food leaders. Sessions will address challenges in food science, processing, safety, packaging, and R&D. The event aims to foster innovation and collaboration for the future of … Read more
United States & Canada FDA Advances Post-Market Chemical Review Program in the USA (source) FDA announces major update to post-market chemical review for food additives. New measures aim to enhance food safety and transparency for consumers. Program expected to set new standards for regulatory oversight in food sector. Review: The FDA’s update demonstrates a stronger … Read more
India ITC completes acquisition of 24 Mantra Organic brand owner Sresta Natural (source) ITC acquired Sresta Natural Bioproducts, owner of ’24 Mantra Organic’, for Rs 472.5 crore. The deal strengthens ITC’s presence in the organic food sector, both in India and globally. Acquisition includes upfront payment and deferred consideration, finalized on June 13, 2025. Review: … Read more
North America FDA Advances Post-Market Chemical Review Program in the USA (source) FDA announces major update to post-market chemical review for food additives. New measures aim to enhance food safety and transparency for consumers. Program expected to set new standards for regulatory oversight in food sector. Review: This signals a stronger commitment to consumer safety … Read more
USA FDA Advances Post-Market Chemical Review Program (source) FDA announces major update to post-market chemical review for food additives. New measures aim to enhance food safety and transparency for consumers. Program expected to set new standards for regulatory oversight in food sector. Review: This move signals a stronger commitment to consumer safety and aligns with … Read more
Middle East & Gulf Region UAE Launches National Food Security Strategy 2051 Phase 2 (source) UAE advances ambitious food security goals, focusing on tech and sustainable practices. Plans include vertical farming, water efficiency, and local food production boosts. Collaboration with private sector and international partners is emphasized. Review: The UAE’s renewed focus on food security … Read more
Global Food Safety & Regulatory Developments World Food Safety Day 2025 Celebrated Globally (source) Theme for 2025: “Food Safety: Science in Action”, highlighting the role of science in safe food systems. Events worldwide focused on promoting food safety awareness and best practices. Emphasis on scientific innovation and collaboration to prevent foodborne illnesses. Review: This year’s … Read more