Shell do well!: Kiwi mussel extract company hopes for boom in Asia
A Kiwi mussel extract company is planning further expansion into Asia in an industry that contributes NZ$400m (US$268m) to New Zealand’s economy.
Archives for December 9, 2015
Palau ratifies international illegal fishing agreement
The island nation of Palau has become the first Pacific island state to ratify an international agreement to combat illegal fishing, which the FAO estimates will deprive the global economy of up to US$23bn each year and endanger biodiversity.
Kiwi university finds lightning fast way to test for leeching DEHP
Massey University engineers have developed a highly sensitive device that is able to detect synthetic compounds that leach from plastic packaging into food.
Pomegranates and endurance: Study shows juice benefits for athletes
Consumption of pomegranate juice may reduce biochemical markers of damage caused by exercise, according to findings from a small study from Spain.
Australia's fast-food market
97% of regular KFC customers express satisfaction
Almost six in 10 Australians get food from fast-food chains each month, and the more they frequent a store, the more satisfied they will be with it, according to market research.
Raw apricot kernels banned due to cyanide poisoning risk
Regulators have banned retail sales of raw apricot kernels after changes to its food standards code have come into effect.
Spotlighting the multiple definitions of ‘local’ can help drive sales, Dona Chai founder says
“Local” is a hot marketing term that can drive sales – especially for startups hoping to capitalize on home court advantage – but it also can restrict expansion if it is defined too narrowly, says the founder of Dona Chai.
This week Down Under
FTAs are good for business, but technical barriers must now be smashed
Australia’s government must address technical barriers to trade, which are inhibiting the potential of Australian exports, according to a report released by the country’s food industry.