Food loss occurs across various sectors, including manufacturers, retailers, restaurants, and households Japan’s agriculture and environment ministries unveiled draft guidelines aimed at reducing the country’s annual food waste by 60 per cent from fiscal 2000 levels by fiscal 2030, according to local reports. The existing goal seeks to cut food[Read More…]
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Hunger in the Arab region reaches new height: UN report
Around 186.5 million people – 39.4 per cent of the population – faced moderate or severe food insecurity Hunger in the Arab region worsened amid deepening crises in 2023, according to a UN report launched by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the International Fund for Agriculture Development (IFAD), the[Read More…]
Unilever to sell foods brands Unox and Zwan
Zwan is a cherished brand in Belgium, associated with comfort and nostalgia and with quick and easy meals, making the brand a beloved part of everyday Belgium life Unilever announced that it has received a binding offer from Zwanenberg Food Group to acquire the Unox and Zwan brands. Both iconic[Read More…]
AB Akola Group acquires Latvian company SIA Elagro
SIA Elagro Trade is a grain, seeds, plant protection products, and fertilisers business operating in Latvia SIA Linas Agro, an indirectly controlled company of AB Akola Group, has acquired 100 per cent of the shares of SIA Elagro Trade, a Latvian company, from Agrolats Holding AS and three natural persons. The[Read More…]
Japan’s NH Foods partners with Thailand’s CP Foods
This partnership aims to enhance the corporate value of both NHF and CPF and strengthen their cooperative relationship Japan-based NH Foods Limited has entered into a strategic business alliance with Thailand’s Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited, one of Asia’s leading comprehensive food companies. This partnership aims to enhance the[Read More…]
Subway UAE teams up with Excellence Hot Sauce to serve UAE’s nostalgic flavours
For the first time, Subway UAE localises its menu, celebrating iconic flavours with two new subs, a side dish, and exclusive merchandise inspired by Dubai’s vibrant street vendor culture, created by Waggish Subway UAE has localised its menu, pioneering this bold move in partnership with Excellence Hot Sauce, to celebrate the fusion of[Read More…]
The Laughing Cow Cheese officially Halal-certified
The Halal certification mark from Indonesia’s Halal Product Assurance Organizing Agency (BPJPH) to its packaging The Laughing Cow Cheese announced the addition of the Halal certification mark from Indonesia’s Halal Product Assurance Organizing Agency (BPJPH) to its packaging. This esteemed certification reassures consumers of the Bel Group’s adherence to Halal standards, as The Laughing Cow products sold[Read More…]
China resumes imports of unprocessed pork from UK
Industry estimates suggest this development could increase revenues by approximately £80 million British pork producers are celebrating a significant victory as the government has successfully ended China’s Covid-era restrictions on imports of UK unprocessed pork. Industry estimates suggest this development could increase revenues by approximately £80 million. With the restrictions[Read More…]
brekki expands ready-to-eat oats portfolio
This new addition expands the brand’s already diverse lineup of plant-based ready-to-eat oats brekki, a ready-to-eat oats brand known for its nutritious and flavorful offerings introduced its limited batch flavour: orange ginger. This new addition expands the brand’s already diverse lineup of plant-based ready-to-eat oats, providing consumers with a delicious[Read More…]
Korean BBQ brand Cupbop expands to UAE
Emerging Korean BBQ fast-casual brand continues rapid growth, announcing development deal to bring 10 locations to the Emirates Cupbop, a USA-based brand known for its Korean barbecue served in a cup, has announced its debut in the United Arab Emirates. The brand has signed a development deal with RMAL Hospitality, which[Read More…]