The ‘0KM’ project is a research initiative designed to develop an efficient data collection system on the supply and demand for food at the local government level The Philippines Department of Agriculture (DA) established a partnership with the local government unit of Limay and the Bataan Peninsula State University and[Read More…]
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Kraft Heinz launches plant-based Oscar Mayer hot dogs and sausages
The innovations mark the joint venture’s highly anticipated debut in the plant-based meat category The Kraft Heinz Not Company LLC debuted NotHotDogs and NotSausages, the first ever plant-based Oscar Mayer offerings and the first plant-based meat innovation from the joint venture between The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC) (Kraft Heinz) and[Read More…]
Saudi’s date exports jump by 14% in 2023
The export markets for Saudi Arabia’s dates have seen remarkable growth, especially in China, where exports soared by 121 per cent in 2023 The National Centre for Palms and Dates (NCPD) has reported a remarkable 14 per cent increase in the value of Saudi Arabia’s date exports in 2023, reaching[Read More…]
SFA recalls Chewly cashew nut cookies from Malaysia
According to Singapore’s food regulations, food products containing ingredients that are known to cause hypersensitivity must be declared on food packaging labels to protect consumers with food allergies The Chewly Cashew Nut Cookies from Malaysia have been recalled by the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) due to the detection of undeclared[Read More…]
Pizza Hut Indonesia introduces Pedas Nusantara for Ramadan
The Pedas Nusantara series features a tantalising blend of sambal-infused dishes, paying homage to the diverse flavours of the Indonesian archipelago Commemorating the holy month of Ramadan, Pizza Hut Indonesia (PHI), unveiled its latest innovation, the “Pedas Nusantara” series. The limited-time-only menu offers a fusion of Indonesia’s local flavours with the international appeal[Read More…]
EU adds 20 algae species in Novel Food Status Catalogue
The addition of the new species to the Novel Food Status Catalogue is a game-changer for the algae industry in Europe More than 20 algae species have been added to the EU Novel Food Status Catalogue. Thanks to collaborative efforts of the European Commission and EU Member States’ competent authorities, they[Read More…]
Greeneration launches innovative food hub in Dubai
The new facility features a multi-layer system of hydroponic equipment, certified with HACCP and ISO standards, guaranteeing the highest levels of quality and safety Greeneration, a forward-thinking horticulture company specialised in the cultivation of rare crops and ingredient sourcing specifically tailored to meet the unique needs of the HoReCa industry,[Read More…]
Backyard Farms launches large-format, greenhouse-grown Romaine lettuce
Mastronardi Produce is currently the only greenhouse grower to venture into the large-format Romaine segment and produce a high-quality product Mastronardi Produce, the fourth-generation family-owned company that pioneered commercial greenhouse growing in North America, has launched a large-format, greenhouse-grown Romaine lettuce under its Backyard Farms® lettuce line. Mastronardi Produce is[Read More…]
High Liner Foods invests $5Mn in Norway’s Norcod
In exchange for the $5 million investment, High Liner Foods will receive an approximately 10 per cent share ownership in Norcod High Liner Foods Incorporated, a leading North American value-added frozen seafood company, announced it has committed to making a $5 million investment in Norcod AS (Norcod), a leader in responsible and sustainable cod aquaculture[Read More…]
Egyptian Food Bank launches mobile kitchen to distribute meals in Egypt’s streets
The implementation of ‘Tekeya Al-Mahrousa – the mobile kitchen’ by the Egyptian Food Bank aims to assist and facilitate the lives of people by providing them with nutritionally healthy meals The Egyptian Food Bank has announced the launch of ‘Tekeya Al-Mahrousa’ – a mobile kitchen to distribute hot meals in[Read More…]