Agilent India has announced a strategic partnership with ICAR- Indian Council of Agricultural Research-NRCG to co-develop advanced analytical workflows for improving food safety protocols. This partnership aims to plug critical gaps in food safety in India.
Dr. Kaushik Banerjee FRSC, FNAAS, expressed his enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, “We are pleased to team up with Agilent to bolster national food safety through a sustainable approach. Since introducing our inaugural comprehensive GC-MS/MS multi-residue monitoring procedure in 2012, we have developed and implemented various analytical methods for stakeholders in the food sector. This collaboration is centered around addressing the increasing demand for food analysis and supporting laboratories that comply with regulatory standards such as FSSAI, EIC, APEDA, and Community Boards. Looking ahead, we anticipate significant opportunities and responsibilities. The burgeoning demand for food analysis in the country is the focal point of this public-private partnership.”
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Samir Vyas, the general manager, also conveyed his vision, stating, “This partnership is not solely about strengthening the supply chain with safe and nutritious foods but also about propelling India’s growth trajectory in global exports through technological advancements. Through training sessions and workshops aimed at fostering skill development among technical personnel, Agilent, in collaboration with NRCG, is dedicated to establishing new benchmarks in food safety standards.”
This partnership between Agilent and ICAR-NRCG aims not only to enhance existing workflows but also to promote the adoption of new regulations and engage in policy discussions actively, thereby shaping the future of food safety standards in India.
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