The project aims in its initial stages to produce children’s food and to launch an automated production line with modern technologies for packaging In a significant move to boost local food production, Nestlé has partnered with the Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones “MODON” to construct its first[Read More…]
Middle East
Oman launches first commercial saffron cultivation farm
The project, spanning an area of over 25,000 square meters in Al Jabal Al Akhdar Oman’s first commercial-scale saffron cultivation farm project has begun operations at a site in Al Jabal Al Akhdar. Saffron Oman aims to introduce the first batch of locally-grown saffron by the end of 2024. According[Read More…]
Pizza Express introduces expandable food truck in Dubai
This unique design ensures that Pizza Express can serve larger crowds without compromising the quality or quick service that the brand is known for Pizza Express has introduced a new expandable food truck in partnership with modular design experts wheelsAHOY. This innovative venture marks a new chapter in mobile dining,[Read More…]
ADQ partners with ne’ma to support UAE’s efforts to reduce food loss
ne’ma drives policy change and initiates projects to address the root causes of food waste ADQ, an Abu Dhabi-based investment and holding company, announced the signing of a multi-year partnership agreement with ne’ma, the UAE’s National Food Loss and Waste Initiative. Launched in 2022 in the presence of Sheikh Mohamed[Read More…]
Heinz launches robotic snack dipper in Saudi
The Hum Hum was designed using a state-of-the-art mechanical hand that dips and feeds gamers while they play Heinz, makers of the world’s favourite ketchup, have released a revolutionary solution tackling gamers’ irrational love for Heinz. Research showed that 90 per cent of gamers struggle with snacking while playing, in comes Heinz,[Read More…]
Kuwaiti allocates $591Mn to food support
Additionally, 6.927 million dinars have been earmarked for milk and baby food, representing 3.8 per cent of the support The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has allocated a significant amount of 181 million ($591 million) Kuwaiti dinars to support essential food. This support is divided into key categories, including 67[Read More…]
Saudi Arabia’s date production rise by 124%
This success in date production highlights Saudi Arabia’s growing self-sufficiency in the sector The Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture has announced that Saudi Arabia has achieved a self-sufficiency rate of 124 per cent in date production, surpassing 1.6 million tonnes annually. This achievement is attributed to the expansion of[Read More…]
Jordan restricts tomato exports amid price surge
The decision is intended to ensure an adequate supply of tomatoes for local consumption Khaled Hneifat, the Minister of Agriculture in Jordan, has announced a new policy aimed at restricting tomato exports and increasing imports to local markets. This measured approach will continue until exports are completely halted if the[Read More…]
Saudi’s Alesayi expands packaging and product portfolio with SIG
SIG will initially supply Alesayi Beverages with its SIG SureFill 42 Aseptic filling line, as well as 10L SIG bags using the SIG 2Pure Film Alesayi Beverage Corporation, a leading beverage manufacturer in Saudi Arabia, is partnering with SIG to expand its product and packaging portfolio. Using a state-of-the-art SIG[Read More…]
Qatar intensifies monitoring of local markets to ensure food safety
The Ministry inspected 3,221 local food establishments to ensure compliance with relevant laws, standards, and technical requirements The Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) in Qatar has increased surveillance of local markets to ensure the safety of imported and domestically traded foods. In the first half of 2024, the Ministry inspected[Read More…]
