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US and Japan agree initial trade deal with focus on agriculture
The US and Japan have agreed an initial trade deal that will reduce or remove tariffs on traded food products.
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Tonnes of pork to be auctioned from China’s reserves
China is set is auction off some of its pork reserves as swine fever continues to have a damaging impact on the country's pork industry.
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Public to consult on New Zealand Food Safety’s draft strategy
As part of its aim to be a leader in food safety, New Zealand Food Safety will be taking its draft strategy out for public consultation.
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Potential poultry virus found in layer egg farm in New Zealand
Preliminary tests show that Infectious Bursal Disease Virus type 1 is likely to be present on Mainland Poultry's property in New Zealand.
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Can CBD help treat health conditions or is it the placebo effect?
The popularity of Cannabidiol (CBD) has surged, not just in the food and beverage industry, but across many other sectors, due to consumer beliefs that it can help treat certain aliments and illnesses. But many are questioning these claims, suggesting further investigation over CBD’s effects and perceived benefits are required.
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Implications of the mass import of soybeans into China studied
A new study has looked into the wider consequences of the recent mass importation of soybeans into China.
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Healthy competition bodes well for the corn-based ingredients market
New analysis shows the corn-based ingredients market is being driven by favourable supply-demand dynamics.
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Undeclared allergen contamination sparks Asian fish cake recall in the US
Eight types of Asian fish cake products have been recalled in the United States after un-disclosed allergens were found in them.
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Mycotoxin testing market predicted to grow considerably
The market for mycotoxins testing will witness substantial growth, says Future Market Insights
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World hunger remains big problem, yet obesity is on the rise
Despite obesity increasing, world hunger remains a big problem.
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UK producer leading the way in ethical chocolate
Consumers are becoming more tuned into where and how products are sourced; and one UK producer is said to be leading the way.
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Meat free “meat” manufacturing
The rise of meatless products is being driven by growing environmental and health concerns. How are producers keeping up with demand?
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Coffee prices plunge amid surplus of beans
World coffee prices plunge amid huge surplus of beans, IHS Markit’s Agribusiness Intelligence reveals.
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Winning the war on plastic
Flower & White has beaten the likes of Mars and Nestlé to become the first company in the confectionery sector to move into plastic-free packaging.
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Changing consumer preferences has ‘transformed’ the beverage sector
According to a new survey, the beverage sector has undergone a significant transformation over the last decade.
