Kombucha market to grow 25% each year to 2020
The kombucha market is poised for huge growth by 2020, growing 25% each year, according to a report from MarketsandMarkets.
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Scientists develop ‘breakthrough’ GM rice with increased iron and zinc
Rice scientists have made a “breakthrough” in genetic crop development through a process of biofortification to increase iron and zinc levels in rice. Their discovery, the researchers say, will have a significant impact on the global fight against human...
Thai food companies advised to target booming Myanmar
Thailand’s industry ministry has advised small- and medium-sized food manufacturers to target Myanmar, which has ben witnessing a significant rise in imports from its eastern neighbour.
Bakery veteran acquires stake in ‘diabetic bread’ biotech firm
Meiert Grootes, chairman of Europe’s biggest supplier of speciality baking products, has acquired a stake in a Malaysian-Australian biotech firm that earlier this year launched ingredients to produce the world’s first clean-label, low-GI “diabetic” white...
Vietnam’s dairy sector ripe for milking
Unable to keep up with rising local demand, Vietnam’s dairy sector shows immense potential for local and foreign investors, according to a new report.