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VALORIE: TNO invests in high-value algae refining
Dutch research organisation TNO is working with industry partners on a pilot scale algae refining plant with potential in omega-3s, proteins and antioxidants.
Archives for September 22, 2014
GCC bottled water market to rise 50% by 2020
Bottled water consumption in the GCC will rise by 50% to more than 21 billion litres by 2020, according to a report from the Gulf Organization for Industrial Consulting (GOIC).
Southeast Asia
How has RSPO responded to deforestation from palm oil plantations?
Having completed a review of RSPO, Gary Paoli of Daemeter Consulting outlines how the sustainable palm oil certifier has fared in addressing key market demands.
India
Indians getting sweet on chocolate thanks to Cadbury revolution
Largely due to Cadbury’s marketing nous, India’s chocolate market has changed dramatically since the ‘Nineties, with consumers eating more and different varieties, a new report has highlighted.
FAO issues warning over new strain of avian ‘flu
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has said a new strain of avian influenza, H5N6, needs to be closely monitored in order to avoid a major threat to animal health.
OSI China to lay off 340 workers following meat scandal
A total of 340 workers at OSI China’s business Shanghai Husi Food Co are to be made redundant following the meat scandal which hit the firm earlier this summer.
Regional seafood demand creates import and aquaculture opportunities
As Middle East seafood consumption soars, new exporters look to break into the market, while regional governments boost aquaculture spending.
India
USDA: Online retail for food and grocery to soar in India
India’s online retail market for food and groceries is set to soar thanks to growing internet and smartphone penetration, a new report by the US Department of Agriculture has revealed.
Americana suspends shares as it confirms takeover talks
Shares in Kuwait Food Company, better known as Americana, have been suspended at the firm’s request, as the company confirms it is in discussion with potential buyers.
Mooncakes and China: Think cosmopolitan, fat-free and green
Young Chinese consumers have adopted global ideals around health and sustainability, driving a cosmopolitan edge to the country’s traditional Mooncake Festival, Euromonitor says.