Europe is expected to dominate the global plant-based food market during the forecast period, which ranges from 2022 to 2030
food industry
Abu Dhabi
World Union of Wholesale Markets global conference to be held in Middle East for first time
AD Ports Group will host the conference, which is a major event for the fresh food industry, on October 20-22 in Abu Dhabi
5g technology
Will faster networks lead to safer food?
The UAE is taking an innovative approach to food security challenge with advanced technologies and Fourth Industrial Revolution solutions at the heart of their strategy
agriculture in UAE
UAE leads strong charge to fix broken food systems, feed millions, and address climate change, Minister says
Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, the UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, explains why it has become increasingly critical to spur local production, agri-tech innovation, and support the ease of doing business in order to overcome food security challenges while reducing greenhouse gas emissions
AB In Focus
UAE Minister Mariam bint Mohammed on the critical need to address food security here and now
If we can show how we grow food in hot arid climates in a water-scarce country with limited arable land, then we can solve a lot of the food systems problems around the world, the UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment said
Bel Groupe
Middle East private sector needs to support region’s net-zero ambitions: Bel Groupe
Private sector action is crucial for the Middle East to achieve its carbon emission goals, French multinational food firm Bel Groupe says
BE-KIND Snacks
Why the future of Middle East snacking is healthy
Coronavirus has led to an increased focus on health and wellness which has translated into demand for healthy confectionery alternatives, said Mars Wrigley GM for MEA region
consumer habits
How consumer behaviour is changing the future of food production
Food industry needs to further drive sustainability, innovation, and new advancements on the digital front, while catering to the demand of cleaner food products
business ideas
How one UAE-based entrepreneur is thriving in face of adversity
Ashley Lane, founder of Livefreshr and JustCook, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in April 2014, just two months before launching his new business
food industry
Upfield and Violife celebrate Dubai chefs as part of World Food Day
Five ‘Climate Change Food Warriors’ have taken on the vision to advocate for a more sustainable food system while creating the best plant-based meal alternatives in the region
F&B industry
Combatting UAE’s $3.5bn annual food-waste challenge
Up to 50 percent of food wasted can be avoided, saving a business 3 percent of its food cost
Brazilian agribusiness
Saudi Arabia halts some Brazil poultry including JBS plants
The Saudi Food and Drug Authority said imports from the plants will be suspended from May 23
Agthia Group
UAE food giant Agthia reveals plan to enter processed protein market
Agthia’s board of directors has approved the acquisition of a majority stake in Nabil Foods
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food and beverage
Affordability and wellness likely to drive future Gulf food sector sales
Consumers are increasingly seeking value for money products, prompting many retailers to revise their portfolio