India has introduced new rules to control the vegetable oil market

monthly reports on production, stock levels, and sales, with submissions due by the 15th of each month. The updated regulation empowers authorities with expanded powers to conduct surprise factory inspections and seize stocks if false or misleading information is detected. While industry bodies have largely welcomed the initiative as a step to prevent hoarding and price manipulation, concerns persist about compliance challenges, particularly for the numerous small-scale, unorganized mills scattered across the country. Strengthening Oversight to Stabilize Prices and Ensure Supply The edible oil market is a cornerstone of India’s food economy, with the country being the world’s largest importer of vegetable oils. Historically, data gaps and outdated regulatory frameworks have hampered effective oversight, leading to price spikes and inconsistent supply, especially amid recent global disruptions. The VOPPA 2025 Regulation Order updates the 2011 norms, requiring producers to disclose ...