December 9, 2024 | Beverages

Starbucks launches Green Planet biodegradable, plant-based straws in Japan 

The new straw is made from Green Planet, a plant-based biodegradable biopolymer Starbucks has introduced new biodegradable, plant-based straws to stores in Japan, another important action in support of the…

November 29, 2024 | Finance

ADB, APU Dairy sign $20 Mn loan to strengthen Mongolia’s dairy sector

The project will boost Mongolia’s dairy supply and strengthen its food security through domestic milk sourcing and domestic processing of dairy products The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and APU Dairy…

November 29, 2024 | Company News

Unilever completes £40Mn investment in UK food factory

This investment follows the completion of a second state-of-the-art factory and enhancements in digital capabilities To support the growth of Unilever’s food business in the UK, a £40 million investment…

November 28, 2024 | Company News

Silal signs Musataha agreement with KEZAD to launch innovative AgTech projects

To establish two cutting-edge AgTech initiatives in Al Ain Industrial City focused on sustainable farming and local food production Silal, Abu Dhabi’s leading agri-food and technology company, has signed a…

November 28, 2024 | China

Mengniu driving development of innovative HMO nutritional ingredients

Mengniu emerge as a pioneer in developing nutritional ingredients, particularly through groundbreaking advancements in HMO technology In August 2024, Synaura Biotechnology a subsidiary of China Mengniu Dairy Company Limited, received…

November 27, 2024 | Africa

JBS and Nigeria sign agreement to invest in food security 

A $2.5 billion 5-year investment plan includes the construction of 6 factories and collaboration with the Nigerian government to promote local production JBS, one of the largest food companies in…

November 22, 2024 | Australia

CSIRO introduces new white fish variety to Australia

The Pompano (Trachinotus anak) has been identified as the ideal white-flesh fish to develop in the tropical climate of northern Australia A new variety of white-flesh fish could soon be…

November 21, 2024 | Australia

Kerry drives dairy innovation in Australia and New Zealand with advanced lactase solutions 

The Australian and New Zealand market for lactose-free dairy products and alternatives is projected to reach EUR938 million With rising lactose intolerance affecting an estimated 30-60 per cent of the…

November 19, 2024 | Beverages

Carlsberg Denmark prepares beer with regeneratively grown raw materials

The malted barley will be used for a specially brewed Carlsberg, which will be available in 2025 and be Carlsberg’s first beer in Denmark with regenerative raw materials Carlsberg Denmark…

November 18, 2024 | Finance

ADB, Araz sign $10.5Mn deal to sustain food security in Azerbaijan

The loan will enable Araz to expand its dry warehouse and open new stores in and around Baku, including in underserved areas The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Araz Supermarket…