This achievement highlights Saudi Arabia’s growing influence and dominance in the international date trade arena This year has seen a significant increase in date palm cultivation in AlUla governorate, resulting in an annual production of over 90,000 tonnes. With more than 2 million date palm trees, the region has become[Read More…]
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Saudi Govt raises awareness of food consumption in Ramadan to reduce waste
According to the ministry’s statistics, rice is the most wasted food at a rate of 34, followed by flour and bread at 30 per cent Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture has called for improvements in food consumption systems and reductions in food waste rates to enhance sustainability[Read More…]
From Saudi, Qatar to China and Australia countries ring in new codes for food safety
These standards not only guide the development of laws and regulations but also inform various measures aimed at upholding the highest quality standards and ensuring the safety of food for consumption Food standards are vital for ensuring the safety and quality of the food supply chain from production to consumption.[Read More…]
Saudi Food and Drug Authority releases guidelines for balanced eating in Ramadan
To promote overall health, the authority suggests limiting the intake of fats, while recommending small quantities of unsaturated oils The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has recently released guidelines to promote healthy and balanced eating habits during Ramadan. These recommendations emphasise the importance of including whole grains such as[Read More…]
UAE’s Novel Foods to build $500Mn biotech production hub
The new production site will initially develop brazzein, a sweet-tasting protein found in the fruit of the native West African Oubli plant that is said to be significantly sweeter than sugar Novel Foods Group, a company based in Abu Dhabi that produces sweet proteins, has announced a significant agreement to[Read More…]
UAE’s Unifrutti Group acquires Bomarea and AvoAmerica Peru
Unifrutti further expands its global multifruit platform into blueberries and avocados through the acquisition of Bomarea and AvoAmerica Peru Unifrutti Group, a leading global producer and distributor of fresh fruit, announced the acquisition of 100 per cent of Bomarea and the Peruvian operations of AvoAmerica (AvoAmerica Peru) from the US-based agribusiness investment[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…]
Qatar launches 5 new e-services for food safety system ‘Watheq’
The new services include food consignment inspection for export and re-export, as well as requests for food export and re-export certificates, and certificate verification The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) in Qatar has announced the addition of 5 new electronic services to its electronic food safety system, called ‘Watheq’. This[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…]
Folk Maritime launches new container line in Saudi Arabia
The new box carrier is expected to provide its customers with non-vessel operating common carrier (NVOCC) services and create new trade lanes, offering end-to-end shipping solutions A new shipping company has started operations in Saudi Arabia, called Folk Maritime, offering feeder vessel services and short-sea transportation solutions. Poul Hestbaek is[Read More…]
