spices

  1. Indian exporters are conscious of quality standards; Spice shipment problem minor: Goyal

    Indian exporters are conscious of quality standards; Spice shipment problem minor: Goyal

    New Delhi: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday said Indian exporters are conscious about quality standards and the problem of consignment of some spices is very small and there is no need to exaggerate it.He said the consignments which had some problems were small compared...
  2. Kerala government holds meeting to discuss problems of cardamom farmers

    Kerala government holds meeting to discuss problems of cardamom farmers

    Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala government on Wednesday held a high-level meeting to discuss the problems of cardamom farmers and find solutions, including a moratorium on loans given to them.The online meeting was chaired by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, a statement issued by his office...
  3. India's spice exports reach record $4.46 billion in FY 2024, red chilli grows 15 percent

    India's spice exports reach record $4.46 billion in FY 2024, red chilli grows 15 percent

    The increase was seen due to surge in quantities and higher prices of some varieties like black pepper, cardamom and turmeric.According to the latest data from the Spices Board under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, exports of spices/spice products from the country stood at 15,39,692...
  4. 'The Book of Tea': This book celebrates India's most beloved drink

    'The Book of Tea': This book celebrates India's most beloved drink

    New Delhi, From exploring the history of the hot spicy beverage to presenting over 60 delicious recipes of the intoxicating blend of tea leaves and spices, "The Book of Tea" celebrates its unique role in Indian culture as it Pays homage to India's favorite drink. ,Written by British-Indian...
  5. FSSAI finds no trace of ethylene oxide in 28 lab reports from MDH, Everest spices samples

    FSSAI finds no trace of ethylene oxide in 28 lab reports from MDH, Everest spices samples

    New Delhi: Food regulator FSSAI has found no trace of ethylene oxide in samples of spices from two leading brands MDH and Everest, which were tested at 2 accredited laboratories, sources said.According to him, reports from six other laboratories are still pending.Last month, the Food Safety...
  6. Food regulator finds no trace of ethylene oxide in Indian spices

    Food regulator finds no trace of ethylene oxide in Indian spices

    According to the analysis report, extensive testing found no trace of ethylene oxide (ETO) in samples collected from several states.The rigorous process of testing of ethylene oxide was carried out in NABL-accredited laboratories notified by FSSAI.The food regulator also took samples of 300...
  7. FSSAI finds Indian spices free from ethylene oxide contamination in nationwide testing

    FSSAI finds Indian spices free from ethylene oxide contamination in nationwide testing

    By Shalini Bhardwaj New Delhi [India], The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has announced that extensive testing of spice samples across the country has found no trace of the cancer-causing chemical ethylene oxide (ETO). . According to sources, the investigation was initiated...
  8. Government is working with spice manufacturers to ensure ETO standard compliance; Everest asked to take corrective action

    Government is working with spice manufacturers to ensure ETO standard compliance; Everest asked to take corrective action

    New Delhi: The government has found that some samples of Everest Spices were non-compliant under strict standards (0.1 mg per kg) regarding presence of ethylene oxide and has asked it to take corrective measures, an official said on Monday. Said.The government has conducted these tests in the...
  9. Center refutes Hong Kong, Singapore's claims on spice ban: Sources

    Center refutes Hong Kong, Singapore's claims on spice ban: Sources

    New Delhi [India], The Center moved swiftly to clear up misconceptions regarding the alleged ban on Indian spices by Hong Kong and Singapore and clarified the position, with government sources confirming that Indian spices are banned in these territories. Contrary to ongoing reports, a complete...
  10. 'Government has come out with detailed guidelines to prevent EtO contamination in spices exported from India'

    'Government has come out with detailed guidelines to prevent EtO contamination in spices exported from India'

    New Delhi: India has come out with detailed guidelines to prevent ETO (ethylene oxide - a carcinogenic chemical) contamination in spices for export, an official said on Monday.The government has taken other preventive measures such as mandatory testing of spices exported to Singapore and Hong...
  11. Nepal returns to locally produced spices after ethylene oxide scare

    Nepal returns to locally produced spices after ethylene oxide scare

    By Binod Prasad Adhikari Kathmandu [Nepal] Nepali consumers are now returning to locally manufacturing and packaging spices after the government banned Indian spices after high levels of ethylene oxide were found in several countries. The ancient market of Asson, which hosts a range of spices...
  12. FISS says on ban on spices, 'Ethylene oxide treatment is done only for people's health'

    FISS says on ban on spices, 'Ethylene oxide treatment is done only for people's health'

    Ahmedabad [India], The Federation of Indian Spice Stakeholders has stepped in to counter the ban on Indian spices in Singapore and Hong Kong, following which Nepal recently said that ethylene oxide (ETO) treatment would be necessary to protect people from harmful effects. Is done for. Speaking...
  13. Nepal bans sale of Indian spice-blend products due to quality concerns

    Nepal bans sale of Indian spice-blend products due to quality concerns

    After Kathmandu, Singapore and Hong Kong, Nepal has also banned the sale and import of some spice-blend products manufactured by Indian brands over alleged quality concerns.Four spice-blend products from MDH and Everest were banned in the Himalayan nation from Friday due to suspected ethylene...
  14. India's spice exports could fall 40 percent if EtO contamination problem not addressed quickly: FISS

    India's spice exports could fall 40 percent if EtO contamination problem not addressed quickly: FISS

    AHMEDABAD: India's spice exports face a decline of nearly 40 per cent in FY2025 if the issue of ethylene oxide or ETO contamination in spices for export is not resolved as soon as possible, the Federation of Indian Spices Stakeholders (FISS) said on Friday. Can come.The statement comes in the...
  15. Nepal bans 'Everest, MDH Masala' brands, starts testing for ethylene oxide

    Nepal bans 'Everest, MDH Masala' brands, starts testing for ethylene oxide

    KATHMANDU [Nepal], Nepal's Department of Food Technology and Quality Control has banned the import, consumption and sale of two Indian spice brands Everest and MDH as it starts testing for ethylene oxide levels, an official told ANI. Confirmed that Nepal has banned both these spices. The brands...
  16. UK watchdog says extra control measures in place for Indian spices

    UK watchdog says extra control measures in place for Indian spices

    LONDON: The UK's Food Standards Agency (FSA) on Thursday clarified that it has additional control measures in place for pesticide residues in Indian spices since earlier this year.Rejecting reports of any additional steps being taken recently, the country's food watchdog said it has an early...
  17. Several steps taken to prevent EtO contamination in spices exported from India: Officials

    Several steps taken to prevent EtO contamination in spices exported from India: Officials

    New Delhi: India has taken several steps to prevent contamination of ETO (ethylene oxide), a carcinogenic chemical, in spices exported from India, a senior government official said on Wednesday.These steps were taken after reports of recall of products of two Indian spice brands in Singapore...
  18. Spices banned in Singapore and Hong Kong account for less than 1 percent of India's total exports

    Spices banned in Singapore and Hong Kong account for less than 1 percent of India's total exports

    New Delhi [India], Following the recent spice controversy, where Singapore and Hong Kong have banned the sale of MDH and Everest spices in their countries due to the presence of ethylene oxide (ETO) residues, the Spices Board of India has taken steps to ensure Steps have been taken for. Safety...
  19. New Zealand investigating presence of 'cancer-causing' agent in some MDH and Everest spices

    New Zealand investigating presence of 'cancer-causing' agent in some MDH and Everest spices

    Last month, food regulators in Hong Kong, Singapore and Australia again warned against using some of MDH and Everest's products over the presence of ethylene oxide at "levels exceeding permissible limits".According to reports, now New Zealand food security has also joined their concerns...
  20. Spices Board formulates comprehensive guidelines for exporters to prevent EtO contamination

    Spices Board formulates comprehensive guidelines for exporters to prevent EtO contamination

    New Delhi: The Spices Board has issued comprehensive guidelines for exporters to prevent contamination of ethylene oxide (ETO) - a carcinogenic chemical - in products shipped from India, following quality concerns raised by some countries over these items. Have been.As per the guidelines...
Back
Top