May 4, 2024

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Ishida’s SETA accreditation supports training and career development

Ishida South Africa has become an accredited trainer of the Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA) programme. SETA supports the skills development of South Africans, both young and old, who either need to learn new skills or improve their existing capabilities. The programme bridges the gap between the formal education and training system and the

B.T. Sweet names new CEO

B.T. Sweet Names New CEO, Expands Advisory BoardStrategic moves to accelerate CAMBYA™ natural sugar replacement formula into US market FoodTech start-up B.T. Sweet, Ltd. names Yishai Potack as its new CEO. Potack willlead efforts to take company’s CAMBYA™ natural sweetener to the next level of its go-to-market plans. CAMBYA is a plant-based, one-to-one drop-in sugar

SVG Ventures: Thrive launches global impact challenge

On the hunt for the most innovative, global companies creating the biggest impact in driving toward a net-zero future for agriculture, SVG Ventures | THRIVE – and partner ICL Planet Start-up Hub – have launched the Global Impact Challenge. The urgency of the climate crisis is more apparent than ever, and disruptive innovation is key

Lycored wins marketing award for
wellness campaigns

Lycored has won a prestigious marketing award for its campaigns to inspire inclusive ideas of beauty, self-love and wellness during lockdown. Throughout the pandemic, Lycored carried out a series of initiatives to promote holistic views of beauty and wellness, and raise awareness of ingestible skincare. They were designed to both drive B2B interest in the

UAE launches ‘ScaleUp Export’ initiative

Ministry of Economy launches ‘ScaleUp Export’ initiative in collaboration with UPS under Entrepreneurial Nation To support the capacity of UAE SMEs to promote their exports and enhance access to global markets The Ministry of Economy in collaboration with UPS, a global logistics and shipping company, launched ‘ScaleUp Export’ initiative under the Entrepreneurial Nation which was

Brazil-Arab countries to boost bilateral trade

The Arab Brazilian Chamber of Commerce (ABCC) joined a delegation from the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, and Food Supply (MAPA) as they travelled to Jordan, Egypt, and Morocco with the aim of strengthening bilateral ties. Led by Minister Marcos Montes, the group met with representatives from private companies and government authorities to discuss the

Spirit of optimism: New perspectives for the meat and protein industry

The outlook for the meat and protein industry and its suppliers is positive despite difficult underlying conditions. German production of process technology for this sector rose to a peak in 2021, and exports were also at a record level despite the pandemic. The German butchery trade also reports a high willingness to invest. At IFFA

Almond acreage increases in 2022

Bearing acreage increases outpace removals in the past year California’s almond acreage continues to grow, but at a gradually slowing rate, according to two new reports released today. While the number of almond orchards removed also increased over the previous year, it was not enough to offset the overall acreage gains.  According to an estimate

Leybold expands service capacity for SCREWLINE dry screw pump range in the UK

Leybold UK, the leading vacuum technology specialist, opened its newly extended service facility in Chessington, Surrey, offering a comprehensive in-house service for the SCREWLINE dry screw pump range, along with the capability for the larger portfolio of dry pumps. This expansion means customers will no longer need to ship pumps overseas for service and maintenance,

UAE concludes trade agreement with Israel 

Formal deal to be signed in due course Israel-UAE trade agreement reinforces new era of cooperation made possible by the Abraham Accords Deal will create jobs, investment, benefiting energy, education,  healthcare, food security, entrepreneurship, aerospace, technology The United Arab Emirates and Israel have now agreed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the two nations,

Kurt Josef Zalto awarded Red Dot Award 2022 for Product Design

After the “Iconic Award: Innovative Interior”, Josephinenhütte has now received its second award this year for its hand-blown glass collection “Josephine”: the Red Dot Design Award. Professor Dr. Peter Zec, with around 6,000 entries, is considered one of the largest and most prestigious awards in the international design world. The coveted seal of quality is only awarded

UAE’s SME sector playing critical role in achieving economic growth

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the UAE have taken on a critical and highly essential role in the move towards achieving economic growth and diversity as they represent more than 94% of the total number of companies operating in the country–ably provide jobs to more than 86% of the private sector’s workforce. SMEs in

HOGASCO, the driving force behind outstanding innovations

Rapidly growing worldwide and embracing major technological innovations, the industrial kitchen industry reflects its highlights at HOGASCO’22 – International Hotel, Gastronomy Tools and Equipment Fair at Istanbul Expo Center between September 07-11, 2022 with the organization of CNR Holding. HOGASCO, aims to meet the necessities of the industrial kitchen industry and enhances the trading volume throughout the world. It looks

UltraClean Process Line: GEA boosts safety of ESL production

GEA is expanding its valve portfolio with the GEA Aseptomag® LV leakage valve. The mixproof double-seat valve is designed for manufacturers of foods and beverages, as well as pharmaceutical products, who maintain high safety standards in their UltraClean process lines. Typical examples are products with an extended shelf life (ESL) such as soft drinks, fruit juices and milk-based and lactic acid

Almond Board of California: Register Now for New Soil Summit

Sponsored by Almond Board of California, Western Region Certified Crop Advisors, andChico State – Center for Regenerative Agriculture and Resilient Systems, together hosts New Soil Summit on 31st March 2022 at CSU Chico University Farm Pavilion in Chico, California. The following topics will be discussed featuring a wide array of panelists:– Soils 101 – Why