Premier Foods targets China, US and Australia
Premier Foods’s formation of a new business unit and the launch of Ambrosia rice in China are spearheading the firm’s plans to step up global sales in three key markets.
Archives for August 10, 2014
Kellogg launches Special K Nourish in Australia
Kellogg has launched Special K Nourish in Australia – a three-grain cold cereal variety that marks part of its 2014 brand revamp.
Australia
Gov: 'We can weather Russian embargo', though companies voice concern
Australia, one of the countries to suffer grave losses with the downing of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17, has stressed that Russia’s retaliatory embargo on the import of agricultural products will have a limited effect on its economy.
Philippines fears spread of foot and mouth disease
The Philippines has banned hog products from South China over fears about the spread of foot and mouth disease (FMD).
Wolf Blass bidding war? TPG makes rival $3.1bn approach to Treasury Wine Estates
Penfolds and Wolf Blass brand owner Treasury Wine Estates has received a second $3.1bn takeover approach from a global private equity firm reported to be TPG Capital Management.
New Zealand
‘Huge gaps’ identified in government’s food policy
New Zealand government is failing to act in 74% of its recommended food policy areas, with “major gaps” identified by researchers.
China
New dairy culture sees explosive drinking yoghurt growth
For years a laggard in the dairy stakes, China is now seeing massive growth in its yoghurt drinks market largely because of significant investment and new demand for healthier drinks on the go.