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As with Hema, orders placed through RT-Mart’s mobile app are fulfilled using store inventory then placed on conveyor belts (above) that carry the bags of groceries to be packed and delivered. ©Alibaba

Alibaba deploying cutting-edge technology to China's 400 RT-Mart stores under 'new retail' model

Alibaba says it has already completed transforming a quarter of RT-Mart’s 400 China stores, equipping them with ‘new retail’ technology designed to bridge the gap between e-commerce and traditional bricks-and-mortar operations.

Australia still leading the way with low-GI products but hopes are high that Asia can follow suit

Experts from Australia are hopeful that Asian manufacturers and consumers can learn from their experiences in leading the fight against diabetes by formulating low-GI foods.

Hemp milk the latest product innovation finding favour with Aussie consumers

Hemp milk is the latest product to be launched in Australia after the ingredient was permitted for use by regulators at the end of last year.

Could computationally designed sweet proteins revolutionise sugar replacement sector?

Israeli firm Amai Proteins has developed computerised 'designer' sweet proteins as it seeks to tap into the sugar replacement market.

NZ Commerce Commission expresses concern over Fonterra's risk calculations

New Zealand’s Commerce Commission has released its opinion that Fonterra’s estimate of risk in calculating the cost of financing milk processing operations is too low.

Nestlé’s Hsu Fu Chi collaborates with JD.com to improve logistical efficiency in China

Candy and snacks company Hsu Fu Chi has struck a deal with China’s second largest e-commerce channel JD.com to improve its logistical efficiency by building an 'unbounded plant' in South China.

Alternative protein firms 'need to rethink' Asian preferences and nutrition priorities

Interest in alternative protein is rapidly growing across Asia, but food firms need to rethink their approach in terms of local preferences and health and nutrition priorities.