The Food Safety Culture Award is a recognition program that celebrates excellence in promoting and upholding food safety standards and food safety across the industry. The award will be presented to companies and organizations who have made significant contributions to food safety by developing and implementing innovative food safety programs, promoting food safety awareness, and educating consumers about food safety practices. There are 9 awards, based on the industry vertical and size of business
Categories for the Food Safety Culture Awards
The organization/ Company should be registered under MSME (Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises) India.
Business Classification
Micro Business
Total Investment < Rs. 2.5 Crore &
Total Annual Turnover < Rs. 10 Crore
Small Business
Total Investment < Rs. 25 Crore &
Total Annual Turnover < Rs. 100 Crore
Medium Businesses
Total Investment < Rs. 125 Crore &
Total Annual Turnover < Rs. 500 Crore
Industry Verticals
General Manufacturing
These include food businesses that are making their own products or packaging and selling it to the consumers under their brand or through another brand
HoReca
These are fresh food businesses that include large industrial kitchens, cloud kitchens, bakeries or hotels and restaurants that make an serve fresh foods with short shelf life
Ingredients Manufacturers
These are companies that make key ingredients that go into food processing. These include flavours, extracts, pulps, herbs and other such ingredients
Dates to Remember
Nominations Start From
1st of May 2026
Last Date for Nominations
26th June 2026
Jury Meet
7th of July 2026
Awards Ceremony
7th August 2026
Nominate For Role Model Company Award
Jury Members
The Food Safety Culture Award is crucial in raising awareness about the importance of food safety. Foodborne illness is a major public health problem, and it is important to take steps to prevent it. By recognizing and rewarding organizations and individuals who are committed to food safety, the award encourages others to follow the same path and can help drive continuous improvement in food safety practices.