Aalst Chocolate breaks into China’s western-dominated confectionery market
Singapore-based premium chocolate brand Aalst (奥世巧克力) has been brought to China’s retail stores and e-commerce channels via a Shanghai food importer.
Archives for January 8, 2018
China’s Delisi moves into beef farming
One of China’s best-known pork producers is aiming to have processing capacity for 300,000 head of beef cattle online by the end of 2018.
WWF and partners use blockchain for tuna traceability
WWF has introduced blockchain technology to the Pacific Islands’ tuna industry to tackle illegal fishing and human rights abuse.
Fire causes ‘significant damage’ at Australian abattoir
An accidental fire that tore through Thomas Foods International’s Murray Bridge slaughterhouse, South Australia, caused “significant damage” and forced the firm to axe 417 temporary workers.
ThaiBev ownership of Vietnam’s Sabeco complete as empire grows
ThaiBev recently completed its acquisition of Saigon Beer Alcohol Beverage Corp. (Sabeco) with “action to consummate the transfer of sale shares” having taken place.
Taiwan introduces immediate bans for companies found to break the law
Food companies in Taiwan that violate the law can now be closed immediately, following the introduction of new guidelines by the country’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
China e-commerce giant JD.com follows Alibaba's lead into bricks-and-mortar food retail
China e-commerce retailer JD.com is to launch new bricks-and-mortar 7Fresh grocery stores in the country, reigniting competition with rivals such as Alibaba in the offline space.
Singapore personalised nutrition outfit Imagene Labs expands to Australia
Singapore personalised nutrition firm Imagene Labs has sealed a deal with an Australian e-commerce venture, as it makes its first move into the country.
Long-term melatonin supplementation could benefit those with high cholesterol: Iran review
Supplementation with sufficient melatonin for at least eight weeks may lower cholesterol levels, say researchers in Iran.
Australian hemp food and CBD supplement firm in $20m stock exchange listing: CEO interview
Australia's biggest hemp foods firm, which also has a cannabinoid (CBD) nutraceuticals and medical cannabis offering, launched today on the Australian Stock Exchange following a successful $20m IPO.