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Fake food news: Abu Dhabi authority warns false food safety rumours likely to spike during Ramadan

The Abu Dhabi Food and Safety Authority (ADFSA) has warned that misinformation related to food safety on the social media platforms is likely to spike during the Ramadan period.

Al Alamia dairy and beverage factory ordered to shut down after series of food safety violations

A dairy and beverage factory owned by Al Alamia was ordered to shut down temporarily after officials said the company repeatedly ignored warnings about its food safety lapses.

Healthy Ageing APAC Summit: Marketing pioneer to reveal the secrets of effective communication with seniors

With the number of seniors in APAC set to double to 1.3bn by 2050, there will be vast opportunities for food and nutrition firms to secure sales success within this demographic…but only if they can effectively communicate with this growing audience.

Franchising freshness: Malaysian organic and halal baby food brand sets sights on regional expansion

Malaysian baby food brand SquEEEze Me Baby has its eye on neighbouring countries and perhaps even the Middle East, banking on its halal organic products to succeed overseas.

UAE packaging waste: Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, and Unilever sign deal with government

The UAE’s Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has teamed up with a coalition formed by NGOs, local and global food firms, including MNCs such as Coca-Cola, Nestle, PepsiCo, P&G, and Unilever in combating local plastic and packaging...

Ramadan price slash: UAE government and grocery retailers ramp up festive season discounts

Major grocery retailers in the UAE, including Carrefour and Union Coop have launched discounts for food retail items as the Ramadan begins this week.

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