New Zealand
Kiwi scientist finds way to counter mealybug threat
The New Zealand wine industry is now better equipped to battle a devastating plant pathogen thanks to new research carried out in the country.
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Australia
Japan trade agreement could spur beleaguered Australian wine exports
The recent signing of a trade agreement between Japan and Australia will give wine exports to the Far East a “step-up”, according to the Winemakers’ Federation of Australia (WFA).
Aspen withdraws S-26 follow-on formula over lizard contamination claim
A batch of S-26 Original Progress follow-on formula has been pulled from shelves in Australia after a consumer reported finding a dead lizard in a tin.
China
China to champion food safety liability insurance
China’ s Food and Drug Administration has revealed that it is working on a food-safety liability insurance programme in high-risk industries, such as those involving dairy and meat products.