February 25, 2025 | Beverages

UAE’s Agthia Group consolidates 10% stake in Egyptian company Abu Auf Group

This strategic move aligns with Agthia’s ambition to drive growth in high-potential categories and build on successful partnerships Agthia Group PJSC, a leading regional food and beverage company based in…

February 25, 2025 | Company News

Cakebar Katong unveils Singapore’s first 24/7 self-pickup cake kiosk

Cakebar emerges as a fresh contender with its automated cake kiosk, aiming to make a dent in the confectionery market Cakebar Katong introduces Singapore’s first 24/7 self-pickup cake kiosk, marking a significant…

February 25, 2025 | Company News

Singapore’s Olam Group to divest majority stake in Olam Agri to SALIC

This strategic divestment follows SALIC’s earlier acquisition of a 35.43 per cent stake in Olam Agri in December 2022, valued at $3.50 billion Singapore-based Olam Group Limited (OGL) has announced…

February 25, 2025 | Food

French study says eating more vegetables may cut liver cancer risk by 65%

These findings suggest that public health initiatives aimed at individuals with liver disease should prioritise promoting vegetable consumption A new study published in JHEP Reports underscores the potential protective role…

February 24, 2025 | Europe

EU agrees to reduce food waste and set new rules

The agreement also provides for the voluntary donation of unsold food that is safe for human consumption as an important aspect of reducing food waste The Council presidency and European…

February 24, 2025 | Company News

Lufthansa launches new dishes in business class on short and medium-haul routes

The new meals were created jointly by celebrity chef Johann Lafer, Lufthansa’s culinary teams and catering partner Gate Gourmet Lufthansa is improving the travel experience of its passengers with new…

February 24, 2025 | Academic

Australia’s Western Sydney University helps students in need with fresh produce

Once harvested, the University then donates this home-grown produce to those in need At a time when the cost of living is hitting many people hard, Western Sydney University is…

February 21, 2025 | Company News

Japan’s BASE FOOD expands into US with debut of nutritious BASE cookies

BASE Cookies are nutrient-rich, combining over ten natural ingredients like whole wheat, soy, kelp and rice bran BASE FOOD, the pioneering Japanese food-tech company, announced that it is expanding into the…

February 21, 2025 | Food

Brazilian Fish develops gene-edited tilapia

CAT scientists, together with the R&D team at Brazilian Fish, have created the first reproductive induction and in vitro fertilisation tests to generate precise genetic variations Brazilian Fish, a leading…

February 20, 2025 | Australia

Firehouse sub plans to open 165 restaurants across Australia 

This marks the entry into the Asia-Pacific region for the brand, through a development and franchise agreement between a subsidiary of the parent company, Restaurant Brands International Firehouse Subs, the iconic American…