Nestlé’s Choco Trio now available in Mexico

The Chocobakery portfolio includes Choco Trio, a chocolate bar combining milk chocolate with crunchy biscuit pieces, Choco Cookies The Swiss chocolate manufacturer is rolling out its Chocobakery treats to Mexico, the company’s fourth-biggest market and Latin America’s second-largest econo...

Japan’s Maruha Nichiro announces rebranding to Umios Corp from 2026

As part of its strategic roadmap to 2035, the company plans to establish a consumer-driven value cycle and integrate sustainability into its business model Japanese seafood company Maruha Nichiro has revealed plans to rebrand as Umios Corp., effective March 1, 2026, pending shareholder approval ...

Nestlé plans to sell Conow, Germany plant in early 2026

The production of Garden Gourmet Vuna, Maggi Liquid Bouillon, and Maggi Texicana Salsa will be relocated to other European locations After an intensive review, it was decided to cease operations at the Nestlé Conow production site in Germany starting at the beginning of 2026. Intensive negotiat...

Thailand aims to become a leading global halal hub

The Thai government launched the Halal Industry Action Plan to promote and expand the country’s halal product sector Thailand, a predominantly Buddhist nation, is making significant strides to establish itself as a top global halal hub. In July 2024, the Thai government launched the Halal Indu...

Saudi Arabia achieves self-sufficiency in egg production

Kingdom's egg production not only meets domestic demand but also generates a surplus Saudi Arabia's poultry sector has achieved complete self-sufficiency in table egg production, with output expected to exceed 8 billion eggs by 2024, according to the Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agricultu...

Just Salad introduces Market Plates

Market Plates marks a strategic menu expansion initiative for Just Salad Just Salad, the fast-casual restaurant chain committed to making everyday health and sustainability possible, announced the launch of its newest menu category, Market Plates, designed to provide variety for its guests, with...

South Australia exports 400 tonnes of lobster to China

China’s demand for other seafood also increased in the year to January 2025, with tuna exports up 752 per cent to $9.3 million South Australia’s Southern Rock Lobster has been snapped up by Chinese consumers following the lifting of live lobster trade restrictions at the end of 2024. In t...

UK meat exports set to increase following trade talks with Philippines

The recent removal of bans on British beef and poultry is expected to significantly boost trade, potentially generating £80 million over five years The United Kingdom and the Philippines are strengthening their trade partnership, with agriculture emerging as a key sector for growth. During thei...

Indonesia's Lemonilo expands to Qatar

This strategic expansion is made possible through the partnership with major retail chains, including the key account Al Meera, followed by Carrefour, Lulu, Monoprix, and Oqod Lemonilo, Indonesia's leading brand for healthier consumer food, announced its expansion into Qatar. Sta...

University Tasmania launches Inveresk Food Hub

The Food Hub Initiative is part of a broader Food Security Program designed to address food insecurity, provide essential food relief, and support student well-being Tasmanian University Student Association (TUSA) partnered with the University to announce the launch of the Inveresk Food Hub in L...

Ireland secures access to Thai market for beef exports

The access agreement includes all edible parts of beef, both bone-in and boneless cuts, in fresh and frozen forms, although beef offal is not included In a significant development for Ireland’s agriculture sector, the Thai market has officially opened to Irish beef exports. This milestone was ...

CMA CGM Foundation and Egyptian Food Bank partner for food security 

The collaboration kicks off with a large-scale Ramadan initiative, distributing 1,000 food parcels The CMA CGM Foundation and the Egyptian Food Bank have established a long-term partnership to support communities in need in Egypt. The collaboration kicks off with a large-scale Ramadan initiative...

Botswana lifts ban on vegetable imports from South Africa

This move will encourage increased trade among Southern African Customs Union (SACU) members South Africa's Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism, Dr Ivan Meyer, welcomes the lifting of the ban on vegetable exports to Botswana.  Minister Meyer said, “This m...

Singapore’s Good Farmer launches website for fresh food delivery

The company’s ethos is based on offering the same quality produce they consume themselves Singapore-based, family-run farm and online grocery store, Good Farmer, has officially launched its new grocery shopping website. With a focus on natural ingredients and thoughtfully curated products...

Saudi’s NADEC partners with Hilton Foods for processing and packaging of red meat

The agreement aims to establish a joint venture (Limited Liability Company) in which NADEC will hold a 51 per cent stake in the new company's capital Saudi Arabia-based National Agricultural Development Company (NADEC) announced the signing of a shareholders' agreement with Hilton Foods Ltd. â€...

Pioneers in Better Nutrition Lead From the Front

These initiatives are not just about addressing hunger but ensuring that every Indian receives balanced and nutrient-rich food India stands at a crucial juncture in its journey towards achieving nutritional security. With malnutrition and anaemia affecting millions, particularly women and childr...

How Significant is Indo-Emirate Partnership for Food Security & Agriculture?

The ambitious India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) unveiled at the G20 meeting The food processing sector in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is thriving, driven by robust economic growth and elevated domestic consumption levels. The UAE hosts 568 primarily small and medium-sized food...

Thai mango exports up by 45%

South Korea has now surpassed Malaysia as the top importer, accounting for 62.2 per cent of the exports Thailand’s mango exports have surged significantly, driven by the global popularity of “Mango Sticky Rice.” In 2024, fresh mango exports from Thailand grew by 45.68 per cent, reaching a ...

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