The All India Spices Exporters Forum (AISEF) and the American Spice Trade Association (ASTA) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) at the International Spice Conference (ISC) 2025 to enhance collaboration in the global spice trade.
The MoU, signed by Emmanuel Nambusseril, AISEF Chairman and Peter Sayia, ASTA President, aims to improve food safety, regulatory compliance, and industry best practices.
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Key area of collaboration include information sharing, technical collaboration and Industry promotion. ASTA and AISEF will exchange insights on government regulations, market requirements, food safety, and trade policies. Regular meetings will be held, and AISEF will gain access to ASTA’s market updates, while ASTA will receive production-related developments from AISEF.
On technical collaboration, the partnership focuses on enhancing microbiological safety, chemical contaminant control, traceability, and ethical sourcing. Joint research, advocacy efforts, and educational programs will help improve compliance with international standards.
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Both organizations will support each other’s events, such as ASTA’s annual meeting, AISEF’s International Spice Conference, and regulatory workshops. They will also collaborate on promotional activities and speaker exchanges.