Australian Greens ramp up live export pressure
The Australian Greens have increased pressure on the government to end live exports, publishing a five-point plan for ending the trade and establishing a robust domestic meat processing sector.
Archives for November 13, 2012
China seizures raise fears for New Zealand's global dairy reputation
Numerous consignments of baby formula made in New Zealand have been prevented from entering China after authorities branded them substandard. Now it has come to light, the issue is raising concerns that the ensuing Chinese media coverage might...
PepsiCo expects center to speed innovation in China
PepsiCo has officially opened a food and beverage innovation center in China to serve as a hub of product, packaging and equipment innovation for the business throughout Asia.
Malaysia slams France’s proposal for ‘Nutella tax’
A French politician’s calls for a “Nutella tax” have been met with anger in Malaysia. Central to the terms of the proposal, which will be voted on in Paris this week, lies a 300% duty increase on palm oil imports to the country.
Kellogg-Wilmar JV will dive into immediate snacks opportunity
Kellogg and Wilmar’s 50:50 joint venture will dive into immediate opportunities in China’s developed snack market; using Pringles as its springboard, a Kellogg executive has said.
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Why does everyone hate the Thai rice mortgage scheme?
The Thai rice mortgage scheme continues to receive a fair amount of media bashing even after completing its first anniversary last month.