Petra Foods profits slump as Indonesian consumers cutback on chocolate
SilverQueen and Delfi brand owner Petra Foods has reported a 40% net profit dip in Q2 2015 as sales fall in its main market Indonesia.
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Mondelēz escapes Indian competition watchdog wrath in distributor spat
Mondelēz did not breach competition rules following a complaint from a distributor it was placing unfair terms on rural stockists, rule Indian authorities.
Australian government invests $80,000 in chicken meat scheme
Australian farmers in the State of Victoria have welcomed the local government’s AUD$80,000 investment in the chicken meat industry’s ‘Chicken Care’ programme.
Fonterra 2014/15 milk price calculation gets NZ Commerce Commission approval
Fonterra's farm gate milk price (FGMP) calculation for the 2014/15 season has been given the New Zealand Commerce Commission's stamp of approval.
High fat diet in middle age could raise later malnutrition risk
A high energy intake from total fat, saturated fat and monounsaturated fat in middle and older age increases the risk of malnutrition ten years later, say Swedish researchers.
Eastern promise: Cargill pins aquafeed growth hopes on Asia
Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP) certification for Cargill’s feed mills in Central America underlines the continued importance of the region to Cargill’s aquafeed business. However, it is the fast-growing Asian region that offers the greatest potential.
Halal abattoir closes amid animal abuse allegations
The halal abattoir at the centre of animal cruelty allegations has gone into administration.
Bangladesh grows quarantine system to fight trans-boundary disease
Bangladesh will expand quarantine facilities to an international airport and six land crossings to boost defences against the spread of trans-boundary animal diseases, protecting the health of livestock and its meat imports and exports.
‘Demonstrating efficacy through clinical trials will drive future marketing’: JBSL-USA President
Nattokinase, an enzyme extracted from fermented soy, has seen tremendous growth in recent years, with its foundation of science key to driving future marketing and consumer understanding, says Vincent Hackel, President of JBSL-USA, Inc.