Mustard Oil
Genetically modified mustard seeds may fix India's cooking oil imbalance
New Delhi has given environmental clearance to a genetically modified mustard crop, which promises to boost yields by as much as 28%
 "Genetically modified mustard seeds may fix India's cooking oil imbalance")
Despite direct impact, edible oil sector is divided on GM mustard approval
Even the opinion of farmers' groups seems divided after AIKS comes out in support
Mustard gains in initial rabi sowing, markets bullish on wheat
Wheat is usually sown in around 31 million hectares, mostly in the northern belt
 "Mustard gains in initial rabi sowing, markets bullish on wheat")
No proof that commodity derivatives trade causes price spikes, finds study
Suspension of their futures does not bring down price volatility either, finds study conducted on behalf of NCDEX Investor Protection Fund
Edible oil prices ease; major brands cut MRP by Rs 10-15/litre: Govt
As per govt data, average retail prices of packaged edible oils have ease slightly, except for groundnut oil, across country since beginning of this month and are ruling between Rs 150 and 190 per kg.
 "Edible oil prices ease; major brands cut MRP by Rs 10-15/litre: Govt")
Indonesian crisis could spur focus on boosting local edible oil production
However, achieving self-sufficiency in edible oil will remain a distant dream unless drastic policy measures are taken
 "Indonesian crisis could spur focus on boosting local edible oil production")
FSSAI asks states to ban blending of mustard oil with other cooking oil
Food regulator FSSAI has asked states to effectively enforce the decision to ban blending of mustard oil with any other cooking oil from June 8.
'Ban on blending to boost mustard seeds production, cut edible oil imports'
"To produce 5 lakh tonnes of mustard oil, we will require 12-15 lakh tonnes of extra mustard seeds," Mallick said
 "'Ban on blending to boost mustard seeds production, cut edible oil imports'")
KVIC bags first order from ITBP for 1,200 quintals of mustard oil supply
The Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) said it has received the first order from Indo-Tibetan Border Police for supplying 1,200 quintals of kacchi ghani mustard oil worth Rs 1.73 crore
 "KVIC bags first order from ITBP for 1,200 quintals of mustard oil supply")
Mustard seed up 26% in four months on short supply, spike in oil demand
Apart from a spurt in mustard oil prices, consumers are also being sold contaminated products by traders out to make a quick buck
Here's why mustard oil may be healthy for your heart
Mustard oil consists of 2 essential fatty acids - in ideal ratio, a huge benefit for the heart
