A total of 20 EU subsidies will be scrutinised, including those from the bloc’s Common Agricultural Policy and subsidy programs initiated by specific EU members like Ireland, Austria, Belgium, and Italy China has initiated an anti-subsidy investigation into certain dairy products imported from the European Union (EU). The Ministry of[Read More…]
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New Zealand takes action in response to Australia’s tomato virus find
All imported tomatoes from Australia currently come from Queensland and not South Australia Biosecurity New Zealand has placed import restrictions on tomato seed imports from Australia, after the detection of tomato brown rugose fruit virus at 2 South Australian growing properties. “We’ve stepped up our biosecurity requirements in response to[Read More…]
Australia invests $41Mn to develop new fruit and nut varieties
The main goals of the program include creating smaller, high-density orchards to increase yield and implementing automation to alleviate the pressures caused by labour shortages Growers and plant scientists in Australia are collaborating on a new $41 million tree crop program. The program aims to expedite the development of new[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…]
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…]
Western Australia introduces strategy to boost craft beer industry
The WA Craft Beer Strategy seeks to create a collaborative pathway for the industry and government to work together over the next ten years The Western Australian Government has introduced a new strategy to boost the craft beer industry, generate employment, and promote the ‘paddock to pint’ tourism experience. The[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…]
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 collaboration with the Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture, has introduced the Seasonal Markets System. This electronic platform is mandatory[Read More…]
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 has announced the launch of a £46 million Agri-Food Investment Initiative to support local agri-food and drink processors. The initiative,[Read More…]
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 Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is calling for urgent regional efforts to combat a rise in avian influenza[Read More…]
