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Honourable Prime Minister of India Shri. Narendra Modi's visionary initiative to combat the persistent problem of anaemia through rice fortification is a groundbreaking strategy. By mandating the introduction of rice fortification into all social safety net schemes by 2024, this approach enriches rice with essential micronutrients like iron, folic acid, and vitamin B12.
It serves as an efficient and cost-effective complementary strategy to swiftly address nutritional deficiencies, especially in a country where rice is a staple for 65 percent of the population. However, it is essential to recognize that while rice fortification provides an immediate solution, ensuring access to and affordability of diverse, nutritious diets remains vital for a sustainable, long-term strategy.
FICSI entered a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and established a collaborative partnership with IIT Delhi as part of the IHRF initiative. The goal is to create a robust skilling infrastructure for rice fortification, and to facilitate the sharing of expertise and training with manufacturers of Fortified Rice Kernels (FRK) and Fortified Rice (FR), with the ultimate aim of enhancing the overall quality of fortified rice.
The Innovation Hub for Rice Fortification (IHRF) is a pioneering consortium of esteemed stakeholders, including FICSI, IIT Delhi, IIT Kharagpur, NIFTEM Kundli Haryana, and CFTRI Mysore. We are dedicated to revolutionising the rice fortification ecosystem and strengthening the capabilities of fortified rice kernel (FRK) & fortified rice manufacturers nationwide.
Our core mission is to provide comprehensive training and support, equipping individuals and organisations with state-of-the-art skills essential for excelling in the production of Fortified Rice Kernels (FRK) and fortified rice (FR). With a strong emphasis on knowledge transfer and innovation, IHRF plays a pivotal role in advancing public health and nutrition through fortified rice.
The FICSI Rice Fortification Resource Centre (FRFRC) is a dedicated initiative under FICSI with a key focus on rice fortification. Its mission is to empower manufacturers of fortified rice kernel (FRK) and fortified rice (FR) by addressing the following challenges comprehensively:
The FRFRC offers comprehensive capacity-building support, including technical expertise, resource accessibility, and innovative approaches to enhance the skills of FRK and FR manufacturers. Serving as a holistic resource hub, it provides unwavering support to manufacturers, ensuring they have the necessary resources and knowledge to improve the overall quality of FRK and FR.
The centre's ultimate goal is to enable manufacturers to produce high-quality fortified rice products, thereby contributing to the global effort to combat malnutrition and improve community health.
We understand the complex challenges encountered by manufacturers producing Fortified Rice Kernels (FRK) and Fortified Rice (FR)
FRK and FR manufacturers encounter specific challenges when it comes to the sourcing and maintenance of equipment crucial for fortified rice kernel (FRK) and fortified rice (FR) production.
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Selecting the right premix for fortified rice kernel (FRK) manufacturing is a crucial step in ensuring the highest quality of your final product.
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Lab testing plays a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and safety of fortified rice kernel (FRK) and fortified rice (FR) products.
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Ensuring the food safety and quality assurance of fortified rice kernel (FRK) and fortified rice (FR) is of paramount importance.
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FRK and FR manufacturers often seek hands-on training to enhance their manufacturing processes, optimise machinery, and improve product quality.
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Contact UsWe invite you to become a part of our vibrant community dedicated to supporting FRK & FR manufacturers and improving the quality of fortified rice to combat the persistent problem of anaemia through rice fortification nationwide. Our forum serves as a dynamic platform for sharing knowledge, insights, and innovative ideas in the domain of fortified rice.
