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 elect...

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 t...

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 effort...

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 recently announced investigation into alleged "dumping practices of pig products" on the Chinese ma...

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, and Agriculture, and Chairman of the General Food Secu...

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 with Sakamoto Tetsushi, Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries o...

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 Health, has completed a comprehensive study mapping the food policies an...

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 Paul and community members. During the meeting, he highlighted a federal investment of up to ...

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 of imported Morinaga brand Manna Bolo baby biscuits due to the potential presence of animal droppings in the prod...

Australia strengthens food and grocery code

It aims to address anti-competitive behaviour in the supermarket sector and ensure fairer prices for consumers The Australian government is taking steps to strengthen the Food and Grocery Code of Conduct. This follows a recent independent review of the Code as part of a broad crackdown on anti-c...

China –EU trade tension grows; Russia, US may boost pork import

According to customs statistics, 18 countries have exported pork products to China in 2024 If China imposes restrictions on pork imports from the European Union (EU) due to escalating trade tensions, pork suppliers from South America and the United States may have the opportunity to expand their...

S. Korea and USA discuss cooperation in agri-food sector

K-food is gaining popularity in the United States, with 12 states and cities, including California, designating Kimchi Day South Korea's Minister of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs, Song Miryung, met with the U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Korea, Philip S. Goldberg. During the meeting, ...

China initiates anti-dumping investigation into EU pork

The investigation is anticipated to conclude before June 17, 2025, with the possibility of a six-month extension under special circumstances China has initiated an anti-dumping investigation into specific pork and pig by-products imported from the European Union (EU), according to the Ministry o...

UAE to launch AgriFood Growth and Water Abundance cluster

AGWA is set to become a global hub for novel food and ingredients, as well as technologies to increase access to and the utilisation of water resources Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has approved the ...

ADAFSA decides on food and fodder sampling for control and inspection

This will regulate sampling procedures for controlling and inspecting food and fodder throughout the food chain and at all stages of the food and fodder trade in the Emirates The Board of Directors of Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) has decided on food and fodder sampl...

China lifts suspension on five meat establishments

The Australian Meat Industry Council (AMIC) has welcomed China’s decision to reinstate export approvals for five out of seven Australian meat export processors that were suspended in 2020 due to technical reasons The Australian Government has confirmed that China has immediately lifted the sus...

New survey reveals consumer attitudes to food safety in Australia and New Zealand

FSANZ surveyed more than 2000 Australian and New Zealand consumers to understand their trust in and understanding of the shared food regulation system covering both countries A new survey has found that consumers rate nutrition above other food values such as naturalness, convenience, and countr...

British Frozen Food Federation issues manifesto

Industry has a key role to play in tackling several of the key challenges that will be on the new government’s agenda With the announcement of a general election, the British Frozen Food Federation (BFFF) outlines its wants and needs for a new government. Rupert Ashby, chief executive of th...

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