August 6, 2024 | Food

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…

July 30, 2024 | Food

Saudi introduces seasonal markets system for date trading

The system is designed to enhance the efficiency and quality of market data across all regions of the Kingdom The National Centre for Palms and Dates in Saudi Arabia, in…

July 27, 2024 | Europe

Ireland launches £46million scheme to support agri-food and drink processors

The capital investment will assist companies in adopting greener technologies, aligning with our net-zero targets. Importantly, it also aims to boost the sector’s productivity Conor Murphy, Economy Minister of Ireland…

July 26, 2024 | Food

FAO urges immediate action as new variants of avian influenza threaten APAC

The situation is further complicated by the emergence of a new variant of avian influenza, presenting new challenges for scientists, public health authorities, clinicians and communities alike The Food and…

July 26, 2024 | China

China to investigate 3 EU pork processors’ alleged dumping practices

All three companies selected for investigation are among the largest pork processors in Europe China will be conducting detailed examinations of three major European pork processors as part of its…

July 15, 2024 | Middle East

Saudi Arabia and Thailand enhance cooperation in food security

The discussion focused on reviewing and enhancing relations, particularly in the fields of food security, livestock sector development, environmental cooperation, and increasing vegetation cover Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Environment, Water,…

July 12, 2024 | Japan

UAE and Japan sign MoU for food security

UAE-Japan’s Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Initiative (CSPI) to implement various projects and programmes between the two countries Dr Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment UAE, met…

July 5, 2024 | Policy and Regulatory

International research team maps food policies in South Asia

The team comprised researchers from academic and government organizations from the UK, Belgium, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and India An international team of researchers, including scientists from The George Institute for Global…

July 5, 2024 | Policy and Regulatory

Canada partners with Woodstock First Nation to strengthen food security

Government to invest up to $62,124 for Woodstock First Nation under the Local Food Infrastructure Fund Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, met with Woodstock First Nation Chief Tim…

July 3, 2024 | Food

New Zealand recalls Morinaga baby biscuits due to possible animal droppings

The affected products, which have also been recalled in Japan, Singapore, and Hong Kong New Zealand Food Safety is assisting Tokyo Food Company Ltd and Wholesale Club in their recall…