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New export wine certification lab in Auckland
AsureQuality has opened a new export wine certification laboratory at its Auckland facility following formal recognition by the NZFSA to analyse wine destined for the EU.
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Japanese businessman looking for clothing and jewellery
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China now world's top buyer of NZ dairy
New Zealand sold dairy goods to 151 countries last year, but China was the biggest customer by far, paying out $1.33 billion, the report says, citing NZ Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (MAF).
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World grain, veg oil and dairy price set to rise
The Food and Agriculture Organisation's outlook is that average prices for wheat and grains, vegetable oils and dairy are likely to be higher over the next decade, according to FoodNavigator.com.
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Maersk preparing to impose levy on Asia-Europe cargo
Danish carrier Maersk Line has told customers it is getting ready to levy a surcharge of US$750 (NZ$ 1,079) per TEU and a $1,000 per FEU as well as a $1,200 per 40-foot high cube surcharge on Asia-to-north Europe from July 15, citing space constraints and equipment shortages, according to the...
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NZ dairy exports seen rising 58% over next 4 yrs
New Zealand dairy exports, which make up a fifth of the nation’s total overseas trade, are likely to surge 58% over the next four years on rising prices and demand, according to Bloomberg news.
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NZ changes immigration to boost export of education
Changes to study entitlements for temporary permit holders will benefit New Zealand’s export education industry, Immigration Minister Jonathan Coleman says.
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SKOPE gets runner-up innovation award from Coca Cola
The award recognises work SKOPE has undertaken for Coca Cola Amatil (CCA) over the past nine months to create a new aesthetic for CCA’s merchandising fleet. The fleet uses leading-edge energy management combined with state-of-the-art cabinet design and air flow management for reduced carbon foot...
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Foxconn to move to cheaper Chinese cities
Foxconn Technology Group, which supplies Sony, Apple and Nokia with IT components, is moving part of its major plant away from costly Shenzhen after hefty wage increases at its factories in the southern city, affecting hundreds of thousands of workers, according to ChinaDaily.com.
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EnzaRed kiwifruit set to take on world stage
A new kiwifruit fruit, with a striking red centre, exotic flavour and a creamy texture, is to be launched this week by Turners & Growers. Branded as EnzaRed kiwifruit, this is the first major change to the fruit since the gold kiwi more than a decade ago.
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Qatar to spend NZ$144 billion on infrastructure
The Qatari government and state-owned companies plan to spend as much as US$100 billion (NZ$144 billion) on infrastructure projects within the next four years, according to GulfNews.com.
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German body says nano silver not ready for use
Nanosilver has no place in consumer products such as foods or cosmetics until the potential hazards from the substance have been fully scrutinised, according to FoodProductionDaily.com.
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US healthy foods market hit by recession
The US healthy foods market is being hit by the recession, despite sales rising 1.8 % to reach US$142 billion (NZ $215 billion), according to the NutraIngredients.com.
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Business woman looking to Indian markets !
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MSC raises cargo rates from Asia to NZ
From July 1, there will be an increase of US$250 (NZ$376) per TEU on cargo from south east Asia, that is Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam and Singapore bound for Australia. This will be followed by a July 15 increase on cargo from Asia for New Zealand of US$250 per TEU, US$500 per FEU and for...
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