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29-Oct-2004
China authorities make noise over unions
The All-China Federation of Trade Unions said that it will continue to press foreign companies to unionise its operations in China. The federation highlighted ongoing disputes with several foreign-owned companies - including Wal-Mart - which are currently not unionized. Simon Pitman reports.
Evolution of freezer storage ensures future growth for seafoods
The market for frozen fish and seafood in China looks set for sustained growth over the next four years. A recent market report reveals that changing consumer tastes, combined with the evolution of freezer storage means that new seafood and fish products are appearing on the market with increasing speed.
Asian news round-up
In China Shaanxi Province has stolen the crown as the leading global producer of concentrated apple juice, while the country's soybean farmers are looking forward to record-breaking crops. And in Thailand, the government is making moves to calm Peruvian authorities' fears that its rice exports may spread bird flu.
28-Oct-2004
Scotch whisky gets a boost from China
The Scotch Whisky Association says that China has helped contribute to a 2 per cent increase in exports for the first six months of this year. The news comes despite the fact that a downturn in the South Korean economy has led to a fall in exports to Asia as a whole. Simon Pitman reports.
Fonterra consolidates interest in Asian dairy market
Fonterra intends to make an off market takeover offer for all of the shares of National Foods Limited [NFD] in a bid to open up the lucrative Asian food and beverage market, writes Anthony Fletcher.
RFID: A challenge and an opportunity for logistics providers
Third-party logistics (3PL) providers must adopt innovative and leading solutions such as radio frequency identification (RFID) if they are to continue achieving supply chain efficiencies, according to a new report.
27-Oct-2004
Australia may widen scope for 'wholegrain' labelling
Australia looks set to widen the definition of 'wholegrain' to allow more foods to include this term, increasingly associated with heart health, on their product labelling.
San Miguel relaunches Magnolia ice cream
San Miguel Corporation has relaunched the Magnolia ice cream brand in the Philippines after a five year absence from the market. The move is seen as part of a bid to fend off stagnant food sales in the domestic market. Simon Pitman.
Tesco ups stakes in Samsung
Tesco is once again extending its reach into the Asia Pacific, after announcing that it will extend its stake in South Korean supermarket retailer Homeplus, which is part of the huge Samsung empire. Simon Pitman reports.
Demanding China market puts strain on packaging costs
Sun Chemical has increased the price of all packaging inks and coatings by three to seven per cent this month, blaming rising petrochemical costs that could affect the entire packaging industry for the next couple of years. Simon Pitman reports.
21-Oct-2004
BioProgress signs deal for China
BioProgress, the developer of film strips for vitamin delivery, is increasing its international presence, signing its first agreement for a line of products for the Chinese market.
South Korea looks to become logistics capital of A-P region
South Korea's maritime affairs and fisheries minister argues that Korea has the infrastructure in place to become the key logistics hub in the A-P region, and therefore a prime target for investment.
20-Oct-2004
Asian soy consumption is healthy, claims report
Women in Asian countries, where a lot of soy is consumed, have dramatically lower rates of breast cancer than women in the United States and Europe. A team of scientists have examined whether there are any negaitve effects.
Cambodia invests hopes in WTO membership
Cambodia became the World Trade Organisation (WTO)'s 148th member this month, a move that should help the poorest country in the A-P region improve its food production sector, writes Anthony Fletcher.
New food colour factory to open up opportunities for Chr Hansen
Chr Hansen breaks into the lucrative Chinese market constructing its first production facilities to provide more flexibility to serve the burgeoning local food industry, reports Lindsey Partos.
19-Oct-2004
China proposes controversial fresh milk ID system
The Dairy Association of China (DAC) is set to shake up China's burgeoning milk industry with the introduction of a fresh milk identification system.
Fonterra taps into Asia's appetite for lactoferrin
Fonterra has built a new dairy protein processing plant in order to meet growing demand for lactoferrin in Japan, Korea, China and Taiwan.
Honeywell invests in 'greener' refrigerants
Honeywell is building a new facility in China to produce 'environmentally friendlier' HFC refrigerants, just as Europe pledges to reduce these types of gases.
18-Oct-2004
Soy benefits need further investigation, say experts
Soy appears to deliver tangible health benefits for the heart, brain and kidney health but more research is needed in many areas, heard a large audience attending this year's Soy and Health conference.
Chinese wheat stocks rise but prices still exposed
A rise in global stocks of wheat after a 30-year low will offer continued relief to the tighter prices experienced by the food industry in previous years, but the food chain still needs to stay on the alert.
14-Oct-2004
Chinese energy and steel consumption hits global packaging prices
Chinese consumption is a major factor behind potential steel price increases in Europe, something that could hit food and beverage packagers globally, writes Anthony Fletcher.
13-Oct-2004
FAO food safety training launched in Bangkok
The UN Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) and the World Health Organisation (WHO) have announced three new training packages designed to help developing countries improve their capacity to meet global food safety standards.
12-Oct-2004
EU concludes talks with Vietnam over WTO accession
The EU, Vietnam's largest trading partner, is the first major partner to conclude its bilateral deal with Vietnam, giving a boost to Vietnam's accession to the WTO.
Thai pressure group launches anti-GMO campaign
A Thai-based pressure group has joint forces with a global consumer federation to help push forward the anti-GMO agenda in the A-P region.
Packaging machinery firms see potential in China
China has become the second largest importer of packaging machinery in the world, a topic that will be highlighted this week at Interfood Shanghai 2004.
11-Oct-2004
How to make it in China
The rules of the game in the Chinese food market are not as elsewhere, according to one of the world's leading authorities on the region's agribusiness. Payment rests on building relationships, and market positioning is best begun small and under the umbrella of western retail chains, reports Anthony Fletcher.
Buhler opens Asian rice extrusion plant
Buhler has developed a new extrusion process that allows white rice to be enriched with vitamins.
High quality keeps Vietnam's pepper exports strong
Vietnam earned $123 million from pepper exports in the first nine months of this year, according to the country's trade ministry.
08-Oct-2004
Ozone increase will hit Asian food production, claims report
Increased ozone concentrations at ground level may be causing millions of pounds of damage to food crops, according to a University of York researcher - and nowhere is more likely to be affected than Asia. Anthony Fletcher reports.
07-Oct-2004
China's brewing industry gears for expansion
The Brewing Industry Association of the China National Food Industry Association has announced its support and cooperation in the organisation of BevTek & BrewTek China 2005, which will be held in conjunction with ProPak China 2005.
UK releases Chinese retail guide
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) will be releasing a 'Chinese Simplified' translation of its groundbreaking Global Standard for Consumer Products on 26 October 2004.
Prodi attends ASEM meeting in Vietnam
European Commission president Romano Prodi and commissioner Pascal Lamy are attending this week's ASEM 5 Summit in Vietnam, which represents a landmark in Asia-Europe relations.
06-Oct-2004
AP-region bursting with food and nutra innovations
Latest research from market analyst Mintel shows that the Asia Pacific rim is bursting with food and nutraceutical innovations such as banana-flavoured mayonnaise and green tea cereal.
Chinese scientist recognised for rice production breakthrough
A scientist from China has been awarded first prize in the International Year of Rice (IYR) global scientific contest for his work on genetic diversity and disease control, the UN's FAO announced this week.
05-Oct-2004
Novis marketing alliance to expand Russian news service audience
The need of ingredients and equipment suppliers to reach Russian food manufacturers is becoming increasingly urgent, but in the absence of established B2B advertising channels, few avenues have been open. Now a new alliance between Europe's leading online news provider Novis and ITE Exhibitions, Russia's top trade show organiser, is set to make life easier for companies doing business there.
Chinese wine sector attracts growing interest
Investors monitoring the huge growth potential and high profit margins of China's burgeoning wine market are beginning to dip their toe in, writes Anthony Fletcher.
San Miguel considers stake in Del Monte Pacific
Southeast Asia's largest food and beverage firm San Miguel is considering a bid for 40 per cent of Philippines' Del Monte Pacific, currently held by insolvent Italian food group Cirio.
TNA accesses Philippines packaging market
Australian packaging firm TNA has opened a branch in Manila, Philippines as the latest stage of the company's global expansion programme.
04-Oct-2004
Fertin launches Chlorhexidine gum in Singapore
Medicated chewing gum company Fertin has launched its Chlorhexidine therapeutic chewing gum in Singapore, the second chewing gum brand approved since the country's relaxation of its chewing gum ban.
01-Oct-2004
Australian food body reminder for flavour labels
In a bid to help food makers correctly label their food products, Australia and New Zealand's independent statutory authority this week underlines the legal requirements for flavours used in foods.
Danisco pectin targets soy beverages and drinking yoghurts
Number two pectin player Danisco rolls out a line extension for new gains from its Grinsted pectin range that targets food and beverage makers looking to spear the growing sports nutrition and functional food markets, reports Lindsey Partos.
Thailand news round-up
In Thailand the Deputy Prime Minister says he expects bird flu will take six years to eradicate, Diageo is considering building a major production faciltiy and the EU blocks a number of food shipments destined to various European countries.
Health and convenience driving Asian soup
With sales of packaged soups representing just a tiny fraction of that in Europe, the future growth of this category depends on whether or not manufacturers can convince consumers that their soups are as healthy and as convenient as the much more commonly used home-made variety.
Vietnam aims to up EU exports of agro-food products
Vietnam plans to earn at least $2 billion in revenue from agro-food exports to the European Union by 2010. The pledge comes in the face of tough trade, health and safety regulations imposed by the EU authorities, which should make the ambition all the more challenging.
Firms urged to invest in supply chain security
The loss from a security breach of just one shipping container could cost companies up to $1 trillion, according to an alarming new report from Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu.
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