Introduction to DFTQC Licensing in Nepal The Department of Food Technology and Quality Control (DFTQC) is the statutory authority responsible for regulating food and animal feed safety in Nepal. DFTQC functions under the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development and exercises powers conferred by the Food Act, 1966 (2023) and…

Introduction Animal feed production is a regulated industrial and agricultural activity in Nepal. It supports livestock, poultry, dairy, aquaculture, and commercial farming sectors that are formally recognized by the Government of Nepal. An animal feed production company involves the manufacturing, processing, mixing, storage, and distribution of feed for cattle, poultry,…

Introduction Livestock farming is a regulated agricultural and commercial activity in Nepal. Businesses engaged in cattle farming, dairy farming, poultry farming, goat farming, pig farming, buffalo farming, sheep farming, and mixed livestock operations must comply with statutory registration and sectoral approval requirements before commencing operations. The Government of Nepal recognizes…