Food Manifest 
Report The EU Joint Research Center (JRC) has developed cutting-edge methods to identify adulteration in six widely used herbs and spices. Additionally, they have introduced new reference materials to help trace fraudulent fish products in the market. These advancements aim to address the growing demand for efficient, reliable adulteration detection techniques. Responding to Food Fraud
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Key Development The European Union has approved seafood exports from 102 new Indian entities, significantly boosting frozen shrimp and prawn exports to EU markets. Commerce department data shows that exports rose 55% to $448 million during April–October, compared with $290 million in the same period last year. This growth also helps Indian exporters offset the
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Ethylene Gas in the food industry In the dynamic world of the food industry, ensuring the quality and freshness of produce is of utmost importance. However, maintaining the optimal conditions for fruits and vegetables can be challenging, especially when it comes to post-harvest preservation. One widely used method to regulate ripening and extend the shelf
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Report In Thoothukudi District, Tamil Nadu, S. Mariappan, the Designated Officer of the Food Safety Department recently has come up with a few amendments to the Food Safety and Standards Act that impact food business operators and street vendors in the region. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) introduced these amendments in September
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Erythrosine, also known as Red 3 is a synthetic red dye widely used in food products, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals to enhance colour. While it provides a vibrant hue, erythrosine raises concerns due to its potential health risks, including cancer and thyroid dysfunction. Despite these harmful effects, many countries, including India, still use the dye under
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A recent study conducted by the Center for Cardiovascular Diagnostics and Prevention at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner Research Institute suggests that erythritol, a sugar substitute, might be associated with blood clotting, stroke, heart attack, and even death. The sugar alcohol is commonly used to add bulk or sweeten stevia, monkfruit, and keto-reduced sugar products. Lead
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