Perfection Fresh’s exports of the Queensland-bred Calypso mangoes to China have increased this season, despite the many recent challenges faced by growers, including unpredictable weather events and freight disruptions.
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Victorian agribusinesses go global in China, Malaysia and the UAE
Three agriculture export specialists have been appointed by the Victorian government to help agribusinesses establish more global trade pathways.
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Surge in Chinese milk consumption and imports, but not from Australia
Consumption of liquid milk within China has been increasing rapidly since 2020 with growing imports from New Zealand and EU. Australia’s import volumes, however, have remained flat despite increased demand.
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China to drive growth of pork protein
As the impacts of African swine fever in Asia fade, pork will lead a global animal protein production surge in 2021. Locally, however, production growth will be limited, as Australia’s beef and sheep
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Mintel research reveals the ‘new normal’ for China’s economy
For the latest in consumer and industry news, top trends and market perspectives, stay tuned to Mintel News featuring commentary from Mintel’s team of global category analysts.
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COVID-19 to add extra US$1.6bn to milk sales in China in 2020
Milk, the largest dairy category in China, is predicted to stand at US$26.9bn in 2020, US$1.6bn greater than the previously projected pre-COVID value. This translates to an increase on expected volumes
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Top five trends driving China’s dairy sector
China’s dairy sector has witnessed growth from US$83bn in 2018 to US$87bn in 2019 and is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1 per cent between 2019 and 2024. As the sector
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Mengniu Dairy opt out of Lion deal
Beverage giant Lion and China-based Mengniu Dairy have agreed to part ways on the $600 million deal that was supposed to have the Chinese company take over brands such as Pura milk, Dare iced coffee and
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COVID-19: a catalyst for China and Southeast Asia foodservice retail push
COVID-19 has negatively impacted restaurant revenue. A webinar to be held by food intelligence specialist Mintel, will look at the opportunities for Chinese and Southeast Asian foodservice players to diversify
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Feedback wanted for China-Australia Free Trade Agreement
Provide your feedback to DFAT on the first 5 years of trading under the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement by 31 July 2020.
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is now seeking feedback
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Red meat exports to China remain strong due to swine fever
African swine fever remains the key driver impacting the global animal protein market, despite the effects of COVID-19 on demand, Rabobank’s latest African Swine Fever Update has shown.
And this is being
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The way forward after China’s barley tariff
China’s decision to impose heavy tariffs on Australian barley and the alleged connection with Australia’s call for an independent international investigation into the origins of the Covid-19 pandemic
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Birmingham defends Australian barley farmers over access to Chinese market
The Australian Government is deeply concerned by reports that duties may be levied on Australian barley imports into China. Simon Birmingham, the Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment released a
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Securing freight access for agricultural and fisheries exporters
A new $110 million initiative will back Australia’s agricultural and fisheries sector by helping them export their high-quality produce into key overseas markets, with return flights bringing back vital
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Global potato protein market to reach $ 128.9 Mn by 2029
The global potato protein market size is expected to reach $222mn by the end of 2029. According to a study, the market will show a steady rise at 4.3 per cent CAGR between 2019 and 2029. According to the
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ACCC okays Chinese dairy acquisition
The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) has given the nod to China Mengniu Dairy Company Ltd (Mengniu) for the proposed acquisition of Lion Dairy & Drinks Pty Ltd (Lion D&D).
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How will the coronavirus affect agriculture in Australia?
The coronavirus outbreak is already having a severe impact on China’s foodservice and on-trade channels and this could become “more serious and longer-lasting” if the virus is not contained in the
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Bubs opens corporate headquarters in Victoria
The official opening of the corporate headquarters Bubs Australia Limited was held Friday 13 December at its Australian Deloraine Dairy canning and packaging facility in Dandenong, Victoria.
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China helps Murray River Organics grow
Murray River Organics today announced that exports of its products had increased by 27 percent year to date over FY2019 for the corresponding period and anticipates this trend will continue for the rest
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Lessons in mass production
Socrates and his student, Plato, are a perfect example of how good leaders are shaped by observant students. Darcy Simonis, industry network leader for food and beverage at ABB, explains what can be learned
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