M&M’s taps Japan’s samurai roots for limited edition launch
Mars has introduced limited edition M&M’s milk chocolate kimono and samurai novelties in Japan.
Archives for November 7, 2016
Rapid anaemia tests in rural India aim to boost iron and folic acid supplementation
Rapid detection anaemia tests are being rolled-out in Uttar Pradesh, India – a region where as many as one-in-two women are anaemic.
South Asia radius
Beverage industry licks wounds after regulatory and GST notifications
The Indian food regulator has amended the national food regulations to include a definition for carbonated fruit beverages, much to the disappointment of beverage makers, who are still reeling at a proposal to levy a “luxury tax” on their products.
Soapbox
Food-safety milestones: Turbulent times and expanding capabilities
The past few years have been tumultuous in the food industry, with unfortunate food safety incidents eroding consumer trust in the supply chain and governing bodies stepping up to implement new regulations and update old practices.