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edible oils
Commodities Standardised pack sizes for edible oils to enhance transparency, says Gokul Agro
The Department of Consumer Affairs has notified nine standard pack sizes for edible oils under the Legal Metrology framework, with a three-month transition period. Gokul Agro Resources Ltd welcomes the reform as a consumer-first move that enhances transparency and simplifies price comparison. The company also reported its strongest-ever financial performance in fiscal 2025-26, with revenue crossing ₹24,000 crore and profit after tax up 50% year-on-year.
Commodities India must boost oilseed yields to cut edible oil imports, SEA chief says
India's record oilseed production of 43.06 million tonnes in 2025-26 is overshadowed by 60% import dependence for edible oils. SEA chief Sanjeev Asthana urges yield improvements, a National Oilseeds Mission, and use of cottonseed and rice bran oils to reduce imports to 9.5-10 million tonnes by 2030. Monsoon risks and geopolitical disruptions add uncertainty.