Archives for December 9, 2013

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Chinese beef prices soar as local cattle herds shrink

By Mark Godfrey, in Beijing

China’s beef prices have been soaring as wealthier consumers consume more meat, and switch to beef from pork. But there are more fundamental issues at stake – not least the collapse in local herd numbers.

New grain silos to open in Fujairah

A plan to build grain silos in the second-smallest emirate could help improve food security in the region, if political threats materialise.

Health concerns drive growing organic market

By Ankush Chibber

A growing awareness about healthier foods and lifestyle diseases like diabetes and an expanding expat population are fuelling demand for organic food products in the Middle East.

Brekky champions and cereal offenders: Oz tastes in breakfast food ads

By RJ Whitehead

A tall teenaged boy kisses mum goodbye. Surfing at sunrise. Hypnotising taste. Nutritious energy. Superfood. Supermum. Stupid dad. And a public scale that weighs women as “Fabulous”. Yes, it’s breakfast advertising, Oz-style. But how much do Australians...

Tingyi looking to continue acquisitions spree

By RJ Whitehead

Having already formed alliances with PepsiCo, Asahi Group and others over the last three years, China’s Tingyi is looking to further boost its portfolio, according to its chief financial officer.

Australian industry welcomes South Korea FTA

By Nicholas Robinson

Australian beef and sheepmeat bosses are elated following the successful negotiation of a South Korea/Australia Free Trade Agreement (FTA), suggesting it will save the sector AU$1.25bn over 15 years.