Ethylene gas – a safe aid for artificial ripening of fruit Fruits are the best natural foods that provide essential nutrients. The consumption of fruits has increased in recent years due to the awareness of its benefits and their availability around the year. Fruit trade involves transporting of fruits to distant places. Highly perishable fruits […]
FSSAI proposes inclusion of use of Ethylene gas for ripening of fruits
Through its notification dated 3 May 2016 the FSSAI has proposed some changes to the regulation ‘Prohibition and Restriction on sale of certain products’ in the sub regulation dealing with the use of Ethylene gas for ripening of fruits. The FSSAI has also invited suggestions and objections within a period of 30 days from the […]
FSSAI issued draft notifications on Prohibition & Restrictions relating to conditions for sale
FSSAI has issued a draft notification which proposes changes to “Restrictions relating to conditions of sale.” The Apex body has asked WTO-SPS members to offer their comments, suggestions, and views on the proposed changes in the regulations regarding Blended Edible Vegetable Oils. Presently the restrictions relating to conditions for the weight of Blended Edible Vegetable […]