Street Food Safety in India: Challenges and Solutions
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 19, 2024
Report As per reports, between January 1, 2020, and July 23, 2024, the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) in Haryana collected 16,144 food samples to assess their safety and quality. The FDA determined that 4,398 of these samples, or 27%, failed the tests and deemed them unfit for human consumption, according to information obtained through
READ MORELactic acid, or 2-hydroxypropanoic acid, is a naturally occurring organic acid that forms during the fermentation of carbohydrates like sugars and starch. Commonly found in fermented foods, it plays a vital role in food preservation by inhibiting the growth of harmful microorganisms. Aside from its preservative qualities, lactic acid offers numerous health benefits, particularly when
READ MOREOverview The Budget for FY25-26 introduces key measures to ensure food security in India. By focusing on sustainable agriculture, self-sufficiency, and improved access to nutritious food, these initiatives will bolster the nation’s food systems, reduce dependency on imports, and improve farmers’ livelihoods. Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojna: This scheme will support 100 districts with low agricultural
READ MOREReport On Wednesday, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) launched searches at multiple locations in Madhya Pradesh in connection with Jayshri Gayatri Food Products Pvt Ltd. The company is under investigation for producing and distributing tainted milk products, both locally and internationally, using counterfeit laboratory certificates. Action Against Company Directors The ED’s operation targets the directors of
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