New Zealand meat farmers hit by high oil prices
Beef and lamb farmers in New Zealand have seen fuel prices rise by nearly 20% in the last 12 months, following a recovery in the value of international oil.
Archives for June 5, 2017
Australian power plant's waste puts bubbles in beer
An Australian state known for its recycling initiatives and clean energy production is now using waste carbon dioxide from a gas-fired power plant to grow tomatoes and put bubbles in beer.
Alibaba Group, Aker BioMarine and China Chamber of Commerce to feature at USCHPA's Shanghai summit
China's cross-border e-commerce will be the subject of a keynote speech delivered by Ali-Health's (Alibaba Group) international director Daniel Yiu at this year's US-China Health Products Association (USCHPA) summit.
Rice bran: Nutritional and functional food benefits underlined by precision technology
Rice bran is worthy of greater studies to assess its benefits for human health and nutrition because it is a rich source of proteins, fats, minerals and micronutrients such as B vitamins, according to a new study.
South Asia radius
New mega food parks to come online despite sluggish progress
Up to four mega food parks will become operational over the course of next three months, according to India’s minister of state for food processing industries.
Anton Paar boosts presence in ‘vital’ Middle East market
Anton Paar has opened a Middle East Technical Centre to serve customers in the Middle East and Africa.
Arjuna to triple BCM-95 turmeric extract production capacity with new plant
Indian botanical supplier Arjuna Natural Extracts Ltd has announced the completion of a new facility in Coimbatore, India, to produce its BCM-95 turmeric extract.
ASIA'S FOOD LEADERS VIDEO SERIES
VIDEO: Singapore to boost status as a food and nutrition powerhouse
Increasing high-tech jobs, boosting exports and helping home-grown brands soar are among the priorities for Singapore as it seeks to cement its status as South East Asia's premier food industry hub.