World Wildlife Fund (WWF)’s Living Planet Report released Thursday (Oct 10) emphasised India’s food consumption pattern as the most sustainable among the big economies (G20 countries). The report also mentioned that if the world follows India’s pattern it would be least damaging to Earth to support food production by 2050.

The report put Argentina, Australia and the US’s food consumption patterns in the worst category and opined that it can lead to exceeding the global warming limit.&nbsp;

"If everyone in the world adopted the current food consumption patterns of the world’s major economies by 2050, we exceed the 1.5° Celsius climate (warming limit) target for food-related greenhouse gas emissions by 263 per cent and require one to seven Earths to support us," the report says, and also made a special mention of India's Millet Mission.&nbsp;

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According to the paper, if all countries follow India's current consumption patterns, the globe will require "less than one planet" (0.84) to support food production by 2050. The Indian scenario is even somewhat better than the planetary climate boundary for food, which is the greatest amount of greenhouse gas emissions that food systems can generate to keep under 1.5° Celsius of the warming limit.

According to the report, the world will require 7.4 more Earths to match the food production if it follows Argentina’s consumption tendencies. Argentina has the weakest pattern in terms of food production sustainability, followed by Australia, the United States, Brazil, France, Italy, Canada and the United Kingdom.&nbsp;

Among the best food consumption patterns, India is the best-performing country, followed by Indonesia, China, Japan and Saudi Arabia.&nbsp;

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The report also praised India’s Millet Mission, which is a government initiative that aims to increase the production and cultivation of millets, a small-grained cereal that is high in nutrition and can grow in marginal lands. The report reiterates that this ancient grain is not only beneficial for health but also a very resilient nutri-cereal in the face of climate change.&nbsp;

"Eating more sustainable diets would reduce the amount of land needed to produce food: grazing land, in particular, could be freed up for other purposes, including nature restoration and carbon sequestration," according to the study.&nbsp;

The report also encourages healthy alternative protein sources such as legumes and Nutri-cereals, plant-based meat substitutes, and nutritionally rich algae species.

(With inputs from agencies)

World Wildlife Fund (WWF)’s Living Planet Report released Thursday (Oct 10) emphasised India’s food consumption pattern as the most sustainable among the big economies (G20 countries).

World Wildlife Fund (WWF)’s Living Planet Report released Thursday (Oct 10) emphasised India’s food consumption pattern as the most sustainable among the big economies (G20 countries). The report also mentioned that if the world follows India’s pattern it would be least damaging to Earth to support food production by 2050. The report put Argentina, Australia and the US’s food consumption patterns in the worst category and opined that it can lead to exceeding the global warming limit. "If everyone in the world adopted the current food consumption patterns of the world’s major economies by 2050, we exceed the 1.5° Celsius climate (warming limit) target for food-related greenhouse gas emissions by 263 per cent and require one to seven Earths to support us," the report says, and also made a special mention of India's Millet Mission. Also Read | Believe it or not, eating idli is causing damage to biodiversity, says study According to the paper, if all countries follow India's current consumption patterns, the globe will require "less than one planet" (0.84) to support food production by 2050. The Indian scenario is even somewhat better than the planetary climate boundary for food, which is the greatest amount of greenhouse gas emissions that food systems can generate to keep under 1.5° Celsius of the warming limit. According to the report, the world will require 7.4 more Earths to match the food production if it follows Argentina’s consumption tendencies. Argentina has the weakest pattern in terms of food production sustainability, followed by Australia, the United States, Brazil, France, Italy, Canada and the United Kingdom. Among the best food consumption patterns, India is the best-performing country, followed by Indonesia, China, Japan and Saudi Arabia. Also Read | South Asian diet swamped with microplastics; China, Mongolia breathe bulk of plastics: Study The report also praised India’s Millet Mission, which is a government initiative that aims to increase the production and cultivation of millets, a small-grained cereal that is high in nutrition and can grow in marginal lands. The report reiterates that this ancient grain is not only beneficial for health but also a very resilient nutri-cereal in the face of climate change. "Eating more sustainable diets would reduce the amount of land needed to produce food: grazing land, in particular, could be freed up for other purposes, including nature restoration and carbon sequestration," according to the study. The report also encourages healthy alternative protein sources such as legumes and Nutri-cereals, plant-based meat substitutes, and nutritionally rich algae species. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian eating pattern is best for Earth, replicating it can save our planet: WWF Living Planet Report

The GST Council, during its recent meeting chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, made a significant recommendation regarding the tax rates for flour containing at least 70 per cent millets. The decision aims to support the promotion of millets during what has been termed the "year of millets."

Under the new recommendation, food preparations of millet flour in powder form, consisting of a minimum of 70 per cent millets by weight, fall under HS 1901.

When millet flour is blended with other flours and the millet composition remains at 70 per cent, it will be subject to zero per cent GST if sold in a form other than pre-packaged and labelled. However, if sold in pre-packaged and labelled form, a 5 per cent GST will apply.

Finance Minister Sitharaman emphasised the council's desire to actively participate in promoting millets, highlighting the role of GST in this project.

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<h2>Official release confirms GST rates</h2>

An official release subsequently clarified the decision on GST rates for "food preparation of millet flour in powder form, containing at least 70 per cent millets by weight," falling under HS 1901.

The new rates will come into effect from the date of notification. The release confirms that these products will be subject to zero per cent GST if sold in forms other than pre-packaged and labeled, and a 5 per cent GST if sold in pre-packaged and labelled form.

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This decision reflects the government's ongoing commitment to encouraging the consumption of millets, which are known for their nutritional benefits.

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The GST Council, during its recent meeting chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, made a significant recommendation regarding the tax rates for flour containing at least 70 per cent millets.

The GST Council, during its recent meeting chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, made a significant recommendation regarding the tax rates for flour containing at least 70 per cent millets. The decision aims to support the promotion of millets during what has been termed the "year of millets." Under the new recommendation, food preparations of millet flour in powder form, consisting of a minimum of 70 per cent millets by weight, fall under HS 1901. When millet flour is blended with other flours and the millet composition remains at 70 per cent, it will be subject to zero per cent GST if sold in a form other than pre-packaged and labelled. However, if sold in pre-packaged and labelled form, a 5 per cent GST will apply. Finance Minister Sitharaman emphasised the council's desire to actively participate in promoting millets, highlighting the role of GST in this project. Also read | PM Modi’s assassination threat, gangster Bishnoi’s release demand in email triggers security alarm: Report Official release confirms GST rates An official release subsequently clarified the decision on GST rates for "food preparation of millet flour in powder form, containing at least 70 per cent millets by weight," falling under HS 1901. The new rates will come into effect from the date of notification. The release confirms that these products will be subject to zero per cent GST if sold in forms other than pre-packaged and labeled, and a 5 per cent GST if sold in pre-packaged and labelled form. Also watch | India begin World Cup campaign against Australia This decision reflects the government's ongoing commitment to encouraging the consumption of millets, which are known for their nutritional benefits. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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In a culinary twist, the recently concluded G20 summit showcased the power of millets in the world of gastronomy. From the vibrant Bharat Mandapam to the elegant delegate hotels, millet-based creations stole the show, turning heads and taste buds alike.

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