Dole confirms Itochu buy-out
Dole Food has reached an agreement with Itochu Corporation of Japan to sell its packaged goods and Asia Fresh Produce businesses for US$1.69bn in cash.
Archives for September 17, 2012
Australian consumers still eating local
Australian food producers have hit on a some good news after a new survey revealed that Australians like to eat local food and shun imports.
NZ infant formula exporters join forces to protect brands overseas
A number of New Zealand-based infant formula manufacturers and exporters have joined forces to protect the reputation of their brands overseas.
FDI throws a lifeline to India's crumbling supply chain
As the dust settles on Friday’s announcement by the Indian government to finally allow foreign direct investment in multi-brand retail, it is becoming clear that the country’s beleaguered supply chain will be one of the major winners.
Kiwis skipping breakfast, opting for on-the-go alternatives
A new study In New Zealand has revealed nearly half of the country's population skips breakfast as a result of busy lifestyles, and points to more mid-morning snacks and shorter breakfast meals.
Vietnam also faces Japanese heat on ethoxyquin
After India, Vietnam has become the second seafood-exporting nation to face the brunt of new Japanese regulations that will lower the acceptable levels for a key anti-oxidant used in fishmeal.