US pork industry calls for unrestricted access to China
Zero-tariff access to China for US pork could create 184,000 new jobs and reduce trade deficit by nearly 6%, according to a leading economist.
Archives for November 26, 2019
Future Foods partners with tna on launching pretzel range
Future Foods, has partnered with tna to launch a pretzel range, installing a seasoning, processing and packaging line at its factory in Egypt.
Advancing businesses: Million-dollar NTUC FairPrice programme boosts NPD and sales for local processed food SMEs
Singaporean retail giant NTUC FairPrice has poured in another S$1mn (US$735,000) to extend its million-dollar programme by another year after seeing particularly strong results for local food SMEs that specialise in processed food items such as instant...
Jurisdictional transformation: The crucial role of government in advancing palm oil sustainability
Governmental support and collaboration plays a crucial role in advancing the implementation and uptake of sustainable palm oil whether at district, state or country level, especially in the face of a ‘climate emergency’ where mass conversion is required.
‘More work needed’: Australian soft drinks industry urged to ‘shift gears’ to hit 2025 sugar-reduction target
The Australian non-alcoholic beverage industry has been urged to ‘shift gears’ and up the ante in order to hit its 2025 sugar reduction pledge targets after its latest progress report revealed a ‘significant’ 7% reduction overall.
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Watch: Lemon balm and mango – what functional benefits can they bring?
Lemon balm extract and mango fruit powder are being used by German firm Vital Solutions for promoting relaxation and blood flow.
Bubs in Vietnam: Aussie infant nutrition firm strikes major distribution deal
Bubs Australia is on an expansion spree in Asia, with its latest move in Vietnam, where its infant nutrition products will be available in major mother-and-baby store Bibo Mart.