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 set off from Urumqi, the capital of northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, bound for Almaty, Kazakhstan. This marks the[Read More…]
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Nestlé expands Bear Brand Milk range in Philippines
Nestlé aims to help tackle the problem with Bear Brand Milk N’ Soy, which combines the goodness of milk with the affordability of high-quality plant proteins As part of its efforts to make good nutrition affordable and accessible to those who need it most, Nestlé is introducing Bear Brand Milk’ N Soy,[Read More…]
Thai dried fruits gain popularity in China
Between January and October 2024, China imported more dried fruits from Thailand than from any other country, with imports valued at $125.64 million The demand for Thai dried and preserved fruits is increasing in China, creating new opportunities for export expansion and market penetration. Thai dried fruit products due to[Read More…]
South Korea’s fruits and vegetables dominate inflation list in 2024
This surge was due to low stock levels from 2023 Last year, South Korea experienced significant price increases in food items, particularly in fruits and vegetables, according to data from Statistics Korea. Among 458 items in the consumer price index, Asian pears recorded the largest price hike, soaring by 71.9[Read More…]
Ethiopia initiates first shipment of fruits and vegetables to Europe
This shipment marks a significant milestone in developing a cool logistics corridor for exporting fruits, vegetables, and other perishable goods by sea freight through the Port of Djibouti Ethiopia has initiated its first-ever shipment of refrigerated fruits and vegetables to the European market, according to the Ministry of Agriculture. Ethio[Read More…]
Unhealthy dietary patterns drive $8 trillion in annual hidden costs of global agrifood systems
About 70 per cent of global hidden costs stem from health impacts linked to non-communicable diseases, particularly in more industrialised agrifood systems A refined study by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) involving 156 countries confirms that hidden costs within global agrifood systems amount to approximately[Read More…]
Janssen PMP and Fresh Inset partners to commercialise Vidre+
Fresh Inset has developed Vidre+ technology, a range of new applications of the 1-MCP molecule for extending the post-harvest shelf life of fruits and vegetables Janssen PMP, a division of Janssen Pharmaceutica NV, and Fresh Inset have partnered to exclusively commercialise Fresh Inset’s Vidre+ technology in Europe. Fresh Inset and Janssen[Read More…]
Key Technology introduces high-capacity vibratory conveyors
These high-capacity vibratory conveyors are ideal for fruits, vegetables, potato strips, potato chips, nuts, meat, poultry, seafood, dairy products, confections, snacks, bakery products, cereals, grains Key Technology (Key), a member of Duravant’s Food Sorting and Handling Solutions group, introduces high-capacity vibratory conveyors for advanced food handling applications. Conveying up to[Read More…]
NutriFusion announces partnership with Drink Todo
Nutrient-rich blends sourced from fruits and vegetables add to a breakfast replacement drink already packed with fibre and protein NutriFusion, creator of concentrated micronutrient and phytonutrient-rich food ingredient blends sourced from fruits and vegetables, announced that it has been selected as a supplier of choice by Drink Todo, a full[Read More…]
Zespri explores impact of fruit and vegetable consumption on children’s wellbeing
The feasibility study explored strategies to increase exposure to unfamiliar FVs to promote acceptance in children Zespri, the world’s leading kiwifruit marketer, is investing in building knowledge and healthy eating habits among children through its latest feasibility study, The Feel Good Study, exploring the relationship between fruits and vegetables (FV)[Read More…]
