Why the hullabaloo over A1/A2 milk?
According to government data, India is the highest milk producer in the world, contributing 25% of global milk production.
FSSAI U-turn on A1, A2 labels for dairy products comes after ICAR member’s letter to Modi
FSSAI withdrew advisory against A1, A2 labels for dairy products five days after issuing it, citing need for wider consultation. But Venugopal Badaravada’s letter played a part, it is learnt.
FSSAI orders removal of A1, A2 milk claims from products
Food safety regulator FSSAI on Thursday directed food businesses, including e-commerce players, to remove claims of ‘A1’ and ‘A2’ types of milk and milk products from packaging, calling such labelling misleading.