China’s bird flu outbreak ‘serious’
An outbreak of avian influenza (AI) in China that has already claimed the lives of more than 100 people is likely to hurt the pockets of farmers, according to analysts.
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Lotte to face 'severe consequences' if it allows US missile system, warns China
China’s state media outlet Xinhua has urged Lotte to reject a US missile system on a golf course owned by the Korean conglomerate or face "severe consequences".
Six Japan food, nutrition and consumer trends set to shape 2017
We pinpoint six of the must-know food, nutrition and consumer trends taking shape in Japan, from superfoods to sports nutrition, ahead of one of the country's biggest trade shows, FoodEx Japan, which takes place next month.
South Asia radius
Amazon on verge of opening physical and online food stores
India could be the second country to see physical Amazon stores, while there are rumours that the e-commerce giant has also sought the government’s approval for online sales of foods manufactured in India.
Australia
Scientists need to ‘rethink’ approach to GMO engagement with public
When it comes to controversial science issues, scientists need to rethink their approach to engaging the public, according to the authors of a new study looking at women's attitudes towards genetically modified foods.
One-in-five Indonesian homes experiences malnutrition double-burden: Jakarta the hotspot
More than 20% of Indonesian homes are thought to experience the double burden of malnutrition – both undernutrition and overweight/obesity – with households of a higher socioeconomic status most at risk.
New monitoring system developed by Central Queensland University
The creators of a new livestock theft prevention system are seeking producers to help research the project.
Hershey and Mars lose China market share to Nestlé and Ferrero
Hershey and Mars have lost market share in China's declining confectionery category to Nestlé and Ferrero, according to Euromonitor Shanghai.