Australian red meat exports on the rise
Red meat exports from Australia experienced their second-best year on record financially in 2018-19, driven by a strong global demand.
Archives for July 17, 2019
Qalaa Holdings announces multi-million-dollar expansion plans
Egypt’s biggest dairy farm to get even bigger
Qalaa Holdings, the listed Egyptian energy and infrastructure investor, has reportedly announced a further investment of $24m in Egypt’s biggest private-sector agricultural facility.
Why Thailand, Indonesia and India are three markets to watch for rapid online grocery growth
Thailand, Indonesia and India will experience rapid growth in the online grocery sector, although they are coming from such a low base that it will only account for market shares of 2.8%, 1.5%, and 1.2% respectively by 2023.
Just half a serving of sugary drinks per week heightens obesity risk in diabetics: Study
An intake of more than 0.5 servings per week of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) may potentially increase the risk of metabolic syndrome in diabetic patients, according to a study from the Middle East.
Top of the pops: Gourmet popcorn trend taking off in the Middle East
Gourmet popcorn is gaining popularity in the Middle East, with the product set to become more than a treat at the movies and instead fully-fledged mainstream trend.
Effective sugar taxation: Two factors crucial for success, claims New Zealand study
A new study from the University of Otago has highlighted the overall effectiveness of sugar taxation in several countries where it has been implemented, but stressed that both taxation design and policy consistency need to be taken into account to...
Healthy Ageing APAC Summit 2019
Three strategies for the Indian nutrition industry to secure success in face of limited consumer contact
Stronger scientific evidence for products, a focus on regionalisation and the education of both consumers and the medical sector are three key factors for success in the nutrition industry in India.
Naturally Good Expo 2019
Social, systems and security: Industry leaders on what generates fast company growth in Australia
Low-cost social media marketing, ensuring suitable software and systems are in place, and brand protection have been identified as key traits for fast healthy FMCG company growth, according to a panel of industry leaders.
Blockchain for transparency: Nestle to pilot new tech on dairy in New Zealand
Nestle is collaborating with blockchain provider OpenSC on a pilot for its New Zealand dairy operations that will create supply chain traceability from farm-to-fork, with a second phase set to focus on palm oil.