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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Launched in October, Galaxy Kenz is available in hypermarkets and supermarkets in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Bahrain ©Mars ]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/11/18/War-of-attrition-Malaysian-palm-oil-sector-needs-direct-comprehensive-engagement-with-US-to-overcome-forced-labour-hurdle/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The palm oil industry in Malaysia needs to make direct and comprehensive engagement with the US to overcome the recent ban of FGV palm oil over forced labour accusations. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/11/18/Growth-Asia-2020-All-six-editions-of-our-interactive-broadcast-series-now-available-to-watch-on-demand/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The broadcasts are now available to watch on demand.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/11/18/Opportunities-aplenty-Covid-19-pushes-e-commerce-and-food-security-for-halal-food-industry/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Covid-19 pandemic has had a detrimental effect across the food value chain, except for a few sectors such as grocery e-commerce, and has driven an urgent need for countries to be food secure amid supply chain disruptions. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/11/10/Protect-and-promote-Peru-launches-immunity-initiative-in-Singapore-as-it-looks-to-grow-superfoods-export-by-25/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the first half of this year, cranberries, pomegranates, asparagus, quinoa, chia seeds, chestnuts, artichokes and jalapeño peppers were the main Peruvian exports to Singapore ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/11/10/Asia-key-to-chocolate-s-future-Experts-peg-home-baking-healthier-options-and-affordability-as-main-post-COVID-19-drivers/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Chocolate firms in Asia need to pay attention to the areas of home baking, healthier options, and affordability as key focus areas in order to achieve post-COVID-19 success in the region. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/11/09/Cell-based-meat-in-China-Firms-urged-to-break-away-from-plant-based-products-to-appeal-to-local-consumers/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Cell-based meat firms looking to enter China would do well to differentiate themselves from plant-based meat and refocus primary messaging away from ethics and sustainability. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/11/05/Health-mindset-globalisation-and-machine-learning-to-drive-future-of-flavours-Expert-Dassault-analysis/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In Asia, some of the flavour trends form around health awareness and increasing globalisation ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/11/04/Health-and-lockdowns-Soft-oil-sales-boom-in-India-but-palm-imports-for-foodservice-slump/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Indian premium soft oils firm Freedom Healthy Cooking Oils believes that consumer demand for healthier food options as well as the current COVID-19 lockdowns are responsible for the growing demand for soft cooking oils such as sunflower and soybean. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/11/04/What-s-the-beef-Plant-based-wagyu-divides-opinion-among-Japan-s-food-industry/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Canadian food manufacturer Top Tier Foods’ recent announcement that it had successfully created a plant-based wagyu has divided opinion among the food industry in Japan, ranging from interest to outrage. ©Top Tier Foods]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/11/03/GALLERY-The-top-10-most-read-APAC-food-and-beverage-industry-stories-in-October-2020/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Here's a recap of our 10 most-read F&B stories in September 2020. ]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/11/03/All-about-the-product-Taste-price-and-nutrition-key-to-driving-Asia-s-plant-based-growth-Expert-Growth-Asia-Series-panel/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The key to ensuring continued growth for the Asian plant-based sector lies in ensuring products’ taste, price and nutrition are at least equal, and ideally better, than meat products. ]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/11/02/China-s-dairy-boom-Yili-pegs-post-COVID-19-health-demands-and-tech-as-key-to-consumption-boost-exclusive-interview/</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-02-18T04:13:50.919Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Chinese dairy giant Yili believes that local dairy consumption is on an upward curve due to a rise in consumer understanding of its health benefits due to COVID-19. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/10/29/Insect-industrialisation-South-Korea-looks-to-renew-edible-bug-industry-efforts-with-new-development-projects/</loc>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T01:32:18.878Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The South Korean government is planning to develop the local edible insect sector with a series of plans under its newly-unveiled 2021 Insect Industry Promotion Support Project. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/10/28/Authenticity-over-localisation-Japan-s-wagyu-and-rice-in-the-spotlight-as-government-looks-to-boost-food-exports/</loc>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T01:32:45.687Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Japanese Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) will be focusing on wagyu and rice as two of the major export items to boost via a newly-announced  bureau that is expected to be set up next year. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/10/26/China-not-yet-ready-for-cell-based-meat-New-Dao-Foods-venture-to-prioritise-plant-based-innovation-for-now/</loc>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T01:31:14.055Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Dao Foods believes that cell-based meat is ‘the future’ of protein for the country, but is concentrating on plant-based firms for its first investment fund for now. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/10/26/Growth-Asia-2020-Join-us-live-today-as-our-interactive-broadcast-series-continues-with-Plant-Based-Innovation-edition/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The event will feature expert insights from PepsiCo and Eat Just, among others.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/10/26/Hero-or-zero-India-seeks-global-food-supply-champion-role-amidst-pandemic-but-may-need-to-save-its-poor-first/</loc>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T01:31:13.847Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[India has been keen to position itself as a champion for global food supply and security ever since the COVID-19 pandemic broke out. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/10/23/Do-healthy-sweets-exist-APAC-candy-companies-weigh-in-on-sugar-reduction-and-indulgence/</loc>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T01:33:06.859Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Reduced-sugar and sugar-free candy and sweet options have been trending in APAC due to a rise in consumer demand for healthier options even in their indulgences – but is there really such a thing as a ‘healthy’ sweet? ]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/10/21/Breaking-new-ground-How-government-support-and-consumer-education-will-accelerate-plant-based-food-movement-in-Middle-East/</loc>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T01:32:18.712Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Government support and education will accelerate plant-based food movement in Middle East says industry expert ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/10/21/Ghee-is-the-new-coconut-oil-NZ-s-Milkio-Foods-expanding-export-markets-across-US-and-Middle-East/</loc>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T01:32:24.944Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[NZ’s Milkio Foods taps on growing ghee consumption to expand export markets in US and Middle East ©Milkio]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/10/21/Growth-Asia-2020-Asia-s-plant-based-future-Why-PepsiCo-Eat-Just-Givaudan-and-Dupont-think-trend-is-here-to-stay/</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-02-17T22:12:44.327Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[PepsiCo, Just, Givaudan and DuPont are confident that the plant-based trend is going to be more than just a passing fad for the APAC food industry.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/10/21/Mediocre-uptake-Sustainable-palm-oil-experts-lament-lack-of-demand-from-large-Asian-markets-and-urge-government-action/</loc>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T01:31:15.819Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The uptake and demand for certified sustainable palm oil in major Asian markets is extremely low compared to available supply despite the demand for rigorous sustainability certification processes. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/10/20/Fruity-tipple-Heineken-sees-bright-future-for-cider-in-APAC-due-to-consumer-demand-for-diversity-and-sweeter-options/</loc>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T01:29:39.462Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Heineken foresees big things for the products in its cider portfolio within the Asia Pacific region. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/10/16/Japan-Focus-Plant-based-meats-snack-development-and-Nissin-palm-oil-sustainability-feature-in-our-round-up/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Plant-based meats, snack development and Nissin palm oil sustainability feature in this edition of Japan Focus. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/10/14/Aiding-Asia-s-ageing-population-Education-and-innovation-crucial-for-promoting-healthy-ageing-Expert-Growth-Asia-Series-panel/</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-02-17T22:13:08.173Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Experts have weighed in on the importance of educating consumers on the concept of healthy ageing, and upcoming innovations in ingredients and delivery formats to drive the concept in the rapidly ageing Asia-Pacific region. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Source Global's hydropanels used in luxuary resort in Dubai, UAE ©Source Global]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Here's a recap of our 10 most-read F&B stories in September 2020. ]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The palm oil sector is demanding fair and equal treatment after years of being subjected to ‘unjust’ treatment and criticism. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Wholegrain brand Wholly Moly, new-age plant-based beverages, Pinduoduo and more feature in this edition of China Focus. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Food and beverage firms in India are being encouraged to look to Canada as a potential new major export destination. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The fermented beverages sector in the Asia Pacific region is on the cusp of a boom due to its health and wellness properties from gut health to immunity boosting. ]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Philippines durian industry believes that its local variety shows strong potential for export as a food ingredient in addition to the more common frozen format due to its sweetness and colour. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Thailand has emerged at the top scorer amongst all developing countries worldwide in terms of adolescent fast food consumption in a new dietary study. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[South Korean has seen a massive boom in its food exports even through the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak with local food items kimchi and ramen leading the charge. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Burbury in a field of Kebari. ©The Healthy Grain]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Experts at the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) have continued to vouch for the merits of Golden Rice despite a recent weeklong-protest held against the genetically-modified crop across Asia. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/09/09/Making-history-UAE-and-Israel-set-to-explore-food-tech-and-trade-advances-after-historic-agreement/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The UAE is the third country in the Middle East to recognise Israel, after Egypt and Jordan. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In Asia-Pacific, new products containing plant protein account for 36% of beverages launches and 31% in food launches ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/09/03/Thirsty-for-clean-wines-Taste-sustainability-and-health-drive-consumption-of-natural-wines-in-Australia/</loc>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T01:18:39.874Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In Australia, natural wines are gaining popularity especially in food service as more restaurants added these wines into their menu. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/09/02/GALLERY-The-top-10-most-read-APAC-food-and-beverage-industry-stories-in-August-2020/</loc>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T16:14:48.62Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Here's a recap of our 10 most-read F&B stories in August 2020, including fish heavy metal contamination, Malaysian palm oil, the world's first pongamia supply chain and more.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/09/02/AI-power-Bega-to-focus-on-high-risk-areas-to-maintain-Australia-s-Varroa-free-status/</loc>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T01:16:58.411Z</lastmod>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/08/26/Future-of-food-security-UAE-seeks-to-reduce-import-reliance-with-crop-growing-projects/</loc>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T01:14:42.114Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[UAE embarks on agri-research to test crop varieties suitable for weather and environmental conditions ©MOCCAE]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/08/21/Biting-back-Better-for-you-options-and-localised-flavours-are-the-future-for-APAC-savoury-snack-industry/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Healthier, better-for-you savoury snack options as well as localised flavours and ingredients have been gaining more momentum over traditional deep-fried and extruded snacks in APAC in recent years.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/08/19/COVID-19-and-shellfish-New-Zealand-industry-positive-on-trade-recovery-despite-slew-of-toxin-warnings/</loc>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T01:11:00.263Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The New Zealand seafood industry is positive that its shellfish trade with China and Hong Kong is on the way back up. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/08/16/Getting-back-to-normal-Malaysia-India-palm-oil-trade-back-on-track-due-to-better-prices-food-security-needs/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Palm oil trade between Malaysia and India has moved back on track with the latter running low on local stock and the former relaxing export tariffs. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/08/14/Japan-Focus-Tea-focus-Chupa-Chups-drinks-bottled-water-radiation-and-more-feature-in-our-round-up/</loc>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T01:12:30.59Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Tea focus, Chupa Chups drinks, bottle water radiation and more feature in this edition of Japan Focus. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/08/14/China-Focus-Plant-based-innovation-Red-Bull-expansion-dairy-growth-and-more-feature-in-our-round-up/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Global Japanese Tea Association said traditional tea consumption and production has been on the decline as RTD and coffee beverages increase in popularity ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[ Digital supply chain transformation is crucial for food firms in the Asia Pacific region post-COVID-19. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[There is a lack of awareness and knowledge in natural and clean colours in the Asia-Pacific region, but the booming health and wellness trend is set to drive its momentum, according to industry experts. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Scapegrace Black Gin is marketed as a flavoured gin, made from several natural botanicals which gives it the black appearance ©Scapegrace]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/08/05/GALLERY-The-top-10-most-read-APAC-food-and-beverage-industry-stories-in-July-2020/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Here's a recap of our 10 most-read F&B stories in July 2020, including clear Sprite bottles, COVID-19 snacking, the China Food Tech Hub and more.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The European Union’s (EU) new Farm-to-Fork (F2F) Strategy could have massive cost implications for palm oil exports and major export countries such as Malaysia. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Alternative protein firm TerViva is establishing the world’s first organic and Fair for Life pongamia bean supply chain in India. ©TerViva]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[China has emerged as a saviour for the durian industries in Thailand and Malaysia throughout the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak, with solid demand and import growth continuing even throughout lockdowns despite earlier pessimistic predictions. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Philippines’ banana industry is lobbying for the government to take action to protect its global export markets against competition from ‘pirated’ bananas and tariff disadvantages. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Plant-based innovation, Red Bull, dairy growth and more feature in this edition of China Focus. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Covid-19 pandemic in March and Ramadan in April and May led to distinct shifts in the food and beverage consumption patterns in Saudi Arabia, new data from Kantar Worldpanel reveals.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The potato industry in Australia is now in a state of ‘high alert’ for any potential French fries dumping activity from the EU. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Brands are advised against lowering prices and offering excessive promotions to sell their products. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the first of its kind in Asia, ProVeg International and the Shanghai Society of Food Science have launched a plant-based food innovation contest in Shanghai to accelerate the development of plant-based foods in the region ©Beyond Meat]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Dark chocolate has emerged as a rising favourite for Indian consumers and one of the key drivers for new product development, along with other rising local trends such as sugar reduction, smaller packaging sizes and unique flavours. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The panel pointed out that the impact of the pandemic on the industry was unprecedented, both from a supply change and consumer trends perspective ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[APAC nations are expected to lead the global charge of developing regulatory governance for cell-based meat. ]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Vietnam and India are competing for ASEAN rice trade post-COVID-19, with the former having gained advantage due to support from traditional partner Philippines, and the latter having come out ahead with Malaysia in terms of price. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Asia’s biggest food and beverage brands have successfully retained their top FMCG rankings and outpaced overall category growth throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/07/17/Trend-Tracker-COVID-19-changes-dairy-and-health-trends-feature-in-our-round-up/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[COVID-19 changes, dairy and health trends feature in this edition of Trend Tracker. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/07/15/China-milk-momentum-Growth-in-awareness-attributed-to-public-belief-in-immunity-benefits/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Local acceptance of milk and dairy products in China has rocketed over the past year, driven by some 96% of the population believing that dairy consumption can help improve immunity. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The UAE has released its first aquaculture pulse guideline as it looks to promote the sector and boost national food security  ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The world’s largest lemon myrtle grower and harvester Australian Native Products has set its sights on large tea brands in India and Sri Lanka as it seeks to market lemon myrtle across the region. ©Australian Naive Products]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[New Zealand food exports of traditionally strong-performing products such as seafood and dairy are expected to take hits in the coming months in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak due to transportation challenges and weakened demand from key markets. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The indigenous Australian green plum has been singled out as a strong candidate for commercialisation benefitting Aboriginal communities due to its natural sweetness and high nutrient value. ©Selina Fyfe]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Here's a recap of our 10 most-read F&B stories in June 2020, including Australia-China trade, junk food tax, functional drinks and more.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The early days of the pandemic saw consumers gravitate towards comfort snacks, however consumer preferences towards snacking changed, the longer lockdowns were enforced ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Wine consumption rates in Australia have maintained steady pre-COVID-19 rates even during the pandemic-induced lockdown, mostly driven by the alcohol consumption behaviour of the nation’s Gen X consumers during this period. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Big brands can no longer rely on their heavyweight clout for food business success in Australia, with consumers and retailers increasingly attracted to smaller ‘underdog’ start-ups, which they perceive to be more innovative. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2024-11-04T00:53:17.276Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[India’s edible oil industry has managed to survive the COVID-19 crisis by processing more crude oil to fulfil local demand, and now wants to strengthen its position by banning all refined palm oil imports into the country.  ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Food and agriculture products are expected to help Thailand maintain its export trade worldwide post-COVID-19, despite the significant logistical challenges seen in all major export modes of transportation so far. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2024-11-04T00:54:24.534Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Frost & Sullivan estimates the recovery to be on track post 2020 with a strong incentive-based support from the government being expected by all stakeholders ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2024-11-04T00:51:21.761Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Australia and Indonesia have finally ratified a bilateral Free Trade Agreement (FTA) after 15 years of discussion, but cold chain issues and live cattle disputes are clearly still holding food trade back for the South East Asian nation. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/06/12/Japan-Focus-New-Calbee-factory-rising-Zespri-kiwi-demand-FFC-updates-and-more-feature-in-our-round-up/</loc>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T00:52:50.452Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[New Calbee factory, rising Zespri kiwi demand, FFC updates and more feature in this edition of Japan Focus. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2024-11-04T00:49:11.838Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Pakistan Sugar Mills Association (PSMA) has categorically denied all findings levelled against them by a government-led inquiry into the state of the nation’s sugar industry, which claimed they cheated both consumers and producers out of billions. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2024-11-04T00:49:12.045Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[China online commerce giant Alibaba has predicted that the retail sector in China will see a boom in digitisation as well as a rise in healthy food options moving forth as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2024-11-04T00:49:54.392Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[On average, UAE consumers drank 3.8 litres of alcohol per person annually, the highest in Middle East ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/06/02/GALLERY-The-10-most-read-APAC-food-and-beverage-industry-stories-in-May-2020/</loc>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T16:14:25.833Z</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Fruit, dairy and meat have emerged as ‘saviour commodities’ for New Zealand trade amid the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak, with these food exports showing significant growth despite just about all other sectors experiencing falls. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2020/05/29/China-Focus-Pepsi-Mondelez-and-Coca-Cola-China-specials-e-commerce-and-more-feature-in-our-round-up/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Pepsi, Mondelez and Coca-Cola China specials, e-commerce and more feature in this edition of China Focus. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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