The investment will fuel the expansion of its decentralised foodservice platform in Japan and other premium markets Wada FoodTech, a pioneering hot-chain decentralised foodservice platform, has secured $5 million in a Pre-A3 funding round, co-led by MindWorks ETEC Fund and Golden Resources Development International Limited (HKG:0677). This brings Wada FoodTech’s[Read More…]
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Japan’s Kewpie starts production of condiments at second US production base
The new plant aims to meet growing demand for Kewpie’s signature mayonnaise and dressings across the Americas Japan-based food giant Kewpie Corporation has officially commenced operations at its new state-of-the-art condiment manufacturing plant in Tennessee. The facility marks a significant expansion for Q&B Foods, Inc., Kewpie’s U.S. subsidiary headquartered in[Read More…]
Dairy, Kiwifruit, and Apples lead NZ’s April 2025 trade surplus surge
In April 2025, New Zealand exported $7.8 billion worth of goods while importing $6.4 billion New Zealand recorded a rare and significant monthly goods trade surplus of $1.4 billion in April 2025 — only the fourth time in the country’s history that the monthly surplus has exceeded $1 billion, according[Read More…]
Thailand’s first animal-free dairy startup MUU secures strategic investment
The funding will fast-track MUU’s mission to revolutionise the dairy industry in Southeast Asia and beyond through precision fermentation technology MUU, Thailand’s pioneering animal-free dairy biotech startup, has announced a new round of strategic investment from A2D Ventures, Leave a Nest Japan, and a major Japanese food conglomerate. The funding[Read More…]
Tasmania showcases world-class seafood to boost exports to Asia
The initiative is designed to strengthen export opportunities and deepen trade ties across Asia, aligning with the broader goals of the 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future Tasmania is putting its premium seafood on the global stage this week as 14 major seafood buyers from Japan, China, Singapore, and Vietnam[Read More…]
Kawasaki develops sustainable aquaculture system aimed at strengthening food security
These advantages should enable fish farmers to provide safe and secure marine food to consumers Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. announced that it is developing a sustainable aquaculture system that contributes to improving food security in Japan. Capitalising on Kawasaki’s technologies for filtering, sterilising, and other water treatments used for industrial[Read More…]
Australian apples gain market access to China
The newly secured access for apples builds on a series of recent positive trade outcomes for Australian horticulture, including improved access for table grapes to Japan and new market access for plums to Vietnam The Australian Fresh Produce Alliance (AFPA) has welcomed the announcement of new market access for Australian[Read More…]
Australian traders ‘ visit strengthens trusted trading partnership
Japan is Australia’s ninth largest market for wine by value, importing 11.3 million litres for a total value of $45 million, and the third largest market for Australian agriculture While global trade faces uncertain times, the focus was on reinforcing long-term trusted trading partnerships at the Australian Food and Wine[Read More…]
General Omi Beef opens first overseas franchise in Singapore
The company plans to continue its overseas expansion, with Singapore as a key strategic hub for the Southeast Asian market General Omi Beef Trading Co., Ltd., a company renowned for its premium Omi beef from Shiga Prefecture, Japan, has officially opened its first overseas franchise restaurant in Singapore. The restaurant,[Read More…]
Sonofai revolutionises frozen tuna inspection with Fujitsu AI tech
Enabling automated, non-destructive inspection ensures consistent quality and maximises value Fujitsu Limited and Sonofai Inc., Ishida Tec Co. and Tokai University announced the launch of an automated inspection device that determines the fat content of frozen albacore tuna in a non-destructive manner. The device, which deploys Fujitsu’s AI technology, is being[Read More…]
