April 21, 2025 | Export & Import

Saudi Arabia’s date exports surge to SR1.695 Bn in 2024

Saudi Arabia’s total date production exceeded 1.9 million tonnes last year The Saudi National Centre for Palms and Dates announced that the Kingdom’s date exports reached a value of SR1.695…

April 21, 2025 | Europe

UK extends ban on personal meat imports to protect from FMD

This ban includes items such as sandwiches, cheese, cured meats, raw meats, and milk, regardless of whether they are packed or packaged, or purchased duty-free The UK Government has implemented…

April 18, 2025 | China

China and Kazakhstan introduce cross-border fruit and vegetable trade model

This marks the launch of a new centralised procurement and direct transportation model connecting key wholesale markets in both countries The first convoy of refrigerated trucks carrying fruits and vegetables…

April 18, 2025 | Australia

US tariffs pressure Australian wine exports but China market booms

Australian wine producers are demonstrating resilience through diversified global growth and proactive marketing initiatives As the United States enforces a 10 per cent tariff on all Australian goods, including wine,…

April 16, 2025 | Food

Sharjah breaks global record in nutrition quality

Sharjah is looking into exporting its high-protein wheat to position itself as a key contributor in the international market Sharjah, a leading hub for innovation and excellence in the United…

April 15, 2025 | Food

Cambodia prioritises fish in National Nutrition Strategy

The strategy, spearheaded by the Council for Agricultural and Rural Development (CARD), aims to boost food security, nutrition outcomes, and resilience nationwide In recognition of its essential role in healthy…

April 14, 2025 | Food Security

UAE signs MoU with SGS Gulf to enhance quality control over food

This MoU represents a vital step towards enhancing consumer protection in the UAE The UAE Ministry of Economy announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SGS Gulf…

April 11, 2025 | Africa

WorldFish and Zambia partner to advance climate-resilient aquatic food systems

The five-year agreement strengthens cooperation between Zambia and WorldFish in research, innovation, and policy development to enhance food and nutrition security The Government of the Republic of Zambia, through the…

April 11, 2025 | China

China launches sweeping food safety reforms amid public trust concerns

Terms like ‘no additives’ are now banned to prevent misleading consumers China’s National Health Commission and the State Administration for Market Regulation have introduced 50 new national food safety standards…

April 10, 2025 | Europe

Welsh gin, oysters and honey earn PGI status

This recognition gives producers a valuable market advantage while preserving traditional production methods Welsh gin, oysters and honey are to join the list of food and drink products granted protected…