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Noodle major Nissin to enter Chinese potato chip market
Nissin is preparing to enter China’s “shining” potato chips market in a bid to open up a new revenue stream beyond its traditional instant noodles empire.
Archives for May 21, 2017
Japan's supermarkets targeted in US marketing push
The US Meat Export Federation (USMEF) is partnering with supermarket chains and event organisers in Japan’s regions to strengthen already high US red meat sales by localising marketing, public relations and consumer interaction campaigns.
Sustainable food and booze: NZ’s most sought-after exports to Singapore
New Zealand’s wealth of safe, sustainable food and beverage sources is not lost on Singaporean consumers, with total exports rising by 10% to $1.1bn in the past year.
Female path to middle age obesity can be mapped out in twenties: Australian research
New Australian research shows that rates of weight gain are established by the time women are 18-23 years old - meaning data taken at this age could identify those who are likely to become overweight or obese by the time they are 40.
Australia overhauls meat quality assurance scheme
Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) has integrated its red meat and livestock quality assurance programs in a bid to improve them for the “future prosperity of the red meat and livestock industry”.
Indonesia urged to build cow hubs to hit self-sufficiency dream
The Indonesian government needs to establish new livestock production zones as it tries to boost meat production and consumption through imports of livestock and frozen beef, the Indonesian Meat Importers Association claims.
French yeast giant Lesaffre establishes APAC hub in Singapore
Lesaffre, a 164-year-old French company specialising in yeast and fermentation products, has officially opened its regional expertise hub in Singapore, consolidating its different APAC business streams.
Nestlé officially opens Vietnam MILO plant
Nestlé has inaugurated a new MILO factory in Hung Yen, Vietnam.
Australia steals butchery title from New Zealand
Australia’s national butchery team narrowly defeated New Zealand in this year’s Trans-Tasman test match.
Hundreds of mislabelled ‘Japanese’ brands found across Asia
Asian food manufacturers have been tapping into growing demand for Japanese products by mislabelling local goods to make them appear authentic.