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Manufacturing Lavazza Tabli Compressed Coffee Pucks Eliminate Individual Capsule Packaging in US Launch
Lavazza's Tabli system uses compressed ground coffee pucks instead of individually packaged capsules, reducing packaging waste. The system, protected by 15 patents, launches in the US with a $99.99 bundle shipping in August 2026.
Manufacturing Milma targets ₹10,000 crore turnover by 2030-31, eyes global expansion via Lulu Group partnership
Milma (Kerala Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation) aims to achieve a turnover of ₹10,000 crore by 2030-31, expanding domestic and international market presence through a partnership with Lulu Group. Chairman KS Mani highlighted investment opportunities in Kerala's dairy sector, which imports nearly 50% of its milk requirement. Milma recorded a turnover of ₹4,344 crore in 2025-26 and passes 83% of selling price to farmers.
Manufacturing Protein Products Flood Indian Market, Reshape Diet as Manufacturers Rush New Launches
Protein products are flooding the Indian market as companies infuse protein into everyday foods. The protein powder market is Rs 8,000 crore, with 80% consumption by premium households but middle-class spending rising. Brands like Marico, PepsiCo, Eggoz, Parag Milk Foods, and ITC are launching new products, while spending on protein orders has tripled on Swiggy Instamart. The wider nutrition market is set to become 1.3x in two years.
Manufacturing Udhampur Women's Spice Unit Advances India's Vocal for Local Push
Avilasha Salaria has launched a spice manufacturing unit in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir, with support from the Government of India's MIDH scheme. The venture employs eight to ten local women, produces regional specialties like garlic powder and Tikki Masala, and is being hailed as a model for women entrepreneurship under the Vocal for Local initiative.
Manufacturing DSM Fresh Foods and Gohpur Fish Farmer Partner for Assam Aquaculture Project
DSM Fresh Foods Ltd (Zappfresh) signed an MoU with Gohpur Fish Farmer Producer Company Ltd to develop the Assam Aqua Project, a 100-acre freshwater fish farm in Gohpur, Biswanath District, Assam, with a target annual production of 300 tonnes. The project includes processing, cold chain, and distribution infrastructure, and aims to create local employment.
Manufacturing Turning Waste into Taste: Ancient Techniques in Modern Food Processing
Innovative companies like Fermtech and MOA Foodtech are using ancient fermentation techniques to transform food waste into valuable products. This sustainable approach not only reduces waste but also creates new flavors and economic opportunities.
Manufacturing Student-Led Crab Aquaculture Startup Boosts Kerala's Blue Economy
A student-led startup at Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies is pioneering innovations in crab aquaculture. Supported by the Atal Incubation Centre, the venture aims to enhance sustainability and productivity in the sector.
Manufacturing Women-Led Agro-Processing Centre Boosts Yadgir's Economy
A new women-led agro-processing centre in Yadgir, Karnataka, inaugurated by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, aims to process 480 tonnes of groundnuts annually. This initiative is expected to enhance local agricultural value chains and empower women farmers.
Sahyadri Farms Expands into B2C Processed Foods Market
Sahyadri Farms, a leading Farmer Producer Organisation in India, is set to enter the B2C market with processed horticultural products. The company aims for B2C to contribute 30% of its revenue in the next decade.
Manufacturing Rising Costs Challenge Beverage Production Amid Summer Demand
Beverage companies are grappling with increased production costs due to supply chain disruptions and material price hikes. Aluminium can prices have risen by 15%, impacting companies like Coca-Cola and Sleepy Owl. The industry is considering passing these costs onto consumers.
Manufacturing Fortified Rice Brands Launched to Boost Nutrition in UP
Three new fortified rice brands were launched in Uttar Pradesh, aiming to address micronutrient deficiencies. The initiative, supported by TechnoServe, highlights the role of local millers in improving nutrition.
Manufacturing Cargill's Dairy Initiative Boosts Maharashtra's Livestock Sector
Cargill, in collaboration with Syngenta Foundation India and Digital Green India, has launched a ₹2.3 crore Integrated Dairy Development Initiative in Maharashtra. The program aims to improve livestock health and dairy productivity for over 3,000 farmers, utilizing AI-powered advisory services and mobile veterinary vans.
Manufacturing Mother Dairy Launches India's First Degradable Milk Pouch
Mother Dairy has unveiled India's first naturally degradable milk pouch, marking a significant step towards sustainability in the dairy industry. The innovative packaging will initially be used for cow milk in Delhi-NCR.
Manufacturing Panchamrutha Industries Launches Fortified Rice
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Manufacturing Regaal Resources Doubles Maize Processing Capacity in Bihar
Regaal Resources Ltd has doubled its maize processing capacity in Kishanganj, Bihar, with a ₹389 crore investment. The expansion includes new facilities for liquid glucose and Maltodextrin powder, creating 475 jobs.