Thursday, 12 March 2026

February 6, 2026 | Company News

Nestlé UK & Ireland Names New Coffee and Manufacturing Leaders

Katya Simmons has been appointed Managing Director for Coffee at Nestlé UK & Ireland Nestlé UK & Ireland has announced several appointments to its senior leadership team, naming Katya Simmons,…

February 6, 2026 | Company News

India Gate Foods Enters Low- Glycemic Index Rice Segment with Launch of India Gate Uplife Lite Everyday Rice

India Gate Uplife is a health-forward brand built on the trust and core values of India Gate, positioned as a proactive partner for modern Indian consumers KRBL Limited, India’s leading…

February 6, 2026 | Beverages

The Future of Professional Coffee in Asia-Pacific

Stefan Niederberger, Vice President Asia Pacific at Franke Coffee Systems As Southeast Asia’s coffee market enters a phase of rapid expansion driven by urban lifestyles, digital consumption habits and evolving…

February 5, 2026 | Australia

Detmold Group Reports Progress on Emissions Reduction, Circular Packaging Goals

The Detmold Group is focused on reducing emissions with a climate-first approach, protecting nature, minimising waste, driving a circular economy Leading Australian-owned global packaging company, Detmold Group, is working towards…

February 5, 2026 | Australia

FSANZ Releases Guidance and Online Calculator Ahead of Alcohol Energy Labelling Rules

The changes aim to provide consumers with clear, consistent information and support broader public health initiatives by improving transparency around alcohol consumption Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has released…

February 5, 2026 | Australia

Global Demand Pressures Weigh on Australian Wine Exports in 2025

More than 50 per cent of the volume of Australian wine exports goes to the UK and the US Australian wine exports declined by 8 per cent in value to…

February 4, 2026 | Company News

Red Baron and bibigo FOODS Team up to Launch Korean BBQ‑Style Classic Crust Pizza

Bold flavour collaboration arrives exclusively at Kroger stores this February In a first-of-its-kind collaboration, two powerhouse brands from CJ Schwan’s Red Baron pizza, America’s leading frozen pizza brand, and bibigo Foods, a top…

February 4, 2026 | Company News

Chia Oil Emerges as an Easy, Everyday Way to Meet Healthy Fat Recommendations

Seeds of Wellness Chia Oil aligns with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans’ recommendations amid evolving science demonstrating the health benefits of chia’s essential fatty acids Benexia is a global leader…

February 4, 2026 | Europe

Norway Seafood Exports Decline in January amid Tariff and Currency Pressures

Norway exported seafood worth NOK 14.8 billion in January, down NOK 416 million, or 3 per cent, compared with the same month last year Norway’s seafood exports declined in value…

February 4, 2026 | Export & Import

Indian Rice Exports Remain Resilient Despite High Duties, Says IREF

The Federation welcomes this move and notes a wave of positive sentiment across the rice export industry The Indian Rice Exporters Federation (IREF), through Dr Prem Garg, National President, would like to clarify the potential impact of the recently announced indication that Indian-made goods may be subject to an 18 per cent tariff, compared with the earlier 25 per cent rate. The trade is also expecting that, in view of public statements by US authorities, the additional penalty being discussed in relation to India’s purchase of Russian oil may be waived. If confirmed, this would effectively reduce India’s tariff burden from the current elevated level to 18 per cent, restoring parity with key competing origins such as Thailand and Pakistan, where competitor nations are currently tariffed at around 19 per cent. The Federation welcomes this move and notes a wave of positive sentiment across the rice export industry, as tariff parity is expected to translate into improved competitiveness and stronger demand in key markets.  IREF views this as a meaningful positive for Indian rice exports at a time when India is entering the season with record production of approximately 149 million metric tonnes, strong availability, and resilient domestic fundamentals. Indian agri products continue to hold an indispensable position in global supply chains, and recent shipment patterns suggest clear demand resilience even under sharply higher duties. Notably, India’s rice exports to the United States rose despite a steep increase in duty, from 10 per cent initially to 50 per cent, underscoring that Indian rice remains essential for buyers and consumers. This trend reinforces the Federation’s view that India’s competitiveness is structurally strong, and that tariff parity will translate quickly into higher volumes and improved price positioning. A tariff reset would improve landed-price competitiveness and support stronger offtake across both basmati and non-basmati categories, enabling India to defend and expand market share in the United States while competing more effectively against other origins. Separately, there have been questions on whether an additional tariff could be imposed in connection with India’s trade with Iran. The Federation notes that evolving trade frameworks, including prospective free trade agreements, often reflect broader strategic alignment and not only commercial considerations. Based on current visibility, IREF does not anticipate further disruption to India’s trade with Iran and expects continuity in export flows. Dev Garg, Vice President, says that the Federation will continue engaging with stakeholders to ensure exporters are prepared for any procedural changes and to support stable, rules-based trade that benefits consumers and supply chains.

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