Zespri predicts smaller 2012 kiwi crop
Psa-V will have a detrimental effect on the size of this year’s kiwifruit harvest, according to the first crop estimate of the year from Zespri.
Congress makes an ass of aim to make school meals healthier
The declared aim of a new initiative by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) to improve the nutritional value of school meals is already undermined by a recent decision by US Congress that has classified pizza as a vegetable.
High cost on Pernod exit from Gisborne wine
French company, Pernod Ricard’s decision to exit the Gisborne wine growing region has cost the company almost NZ$100 million.
Marlborough conditions favour new releases from Wither Hills
An outstanding ripening season two years in a row has resulted in two exceptional vintages from award-winning winery Wither Hills.
French ham makers seek AoP classification
Producers of France’s highly respected Bayonne hams have applied to the l’Institut national de l’origine et de la qualité (INAO), for certification as a protected product of origin (AoP).
Fried food not all bad
A new research paper published in the latest British Medical Journal claims there is little evidence to support the contention that fried food is unhealthy.
Food prices climbing faster than income
Over the past five years food prices in New Zealand have been accelerating faster than income, putting extra pressure on low income families and increasing profits for food producers and food retailers.
Comvita wins UK patent appeal
Global natural health and beauty products company Comvita has succeeded in its appeal against an earlier judgment by UK courts to rule one of its patents invalid.
NZ’s first independent product development spray dryer lifted in place
New Zealand’s first and only independent product development spray dryer is one step closer to being open for business.
Keith’s Take: Simple milk price solution
The only reason the Government has not come up with a simple and effective solution to present wrangles over domestic milk prices is its obsession with free market ideology. The solution is staring them in the face – government should fix the wholesale domestic milk price by regulation.
Tamara’s Thoughts: Lessons from the universe
After an unfortunate minor accident over the holidays I found myself nursing a broken foot for the first time in my life.
“What is the universe trying to tell you?” said my dear spiritually-aware friend.
I honestly didn’t have a clue, but decided to meditate on this and many other things, such as office chairs, online shopping and humanity, during my six weeks of enforced rest.
A Pinch with Punch – Waitrose Cooks’ Ingredients herbs and spices exclusive to Nosh
Great chefs and home cooks alike love simple ingredients that make kitchen tasks easier and more delicious – now Nosh brings two new products that take domestic kitchens into gourmet territory.
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Marlborough conditions favour new releases from Wither Hills
An outstanding ripening season two years in a row has resulted in two exceptional vintages from award-winning winery Wither Hills.
A Pinch with Punch – Waitrose Cooks’ Ingredients herbs and spices exclusive to Nosh
Great chefs and home cooks alike love simple ingredients that make kitchen tasks easier and more delicious – now Nosh brings two new products that take domestic kitchens into gourmet territory.
Get A Grip On Blending With Breville
Breville’s Comfort Grip Pro stick mixers combine ergonomic trigger switch operation, a soft touch grip to prevent slipping, and anti-suction [...]
Old fashioned peanut butter winning supermarket battle
The new peanut butter brand 100% Nutz is gaining traction in supermarkets in spite of efforts to undermine its presence by established producers.
Mt. Cook Alpine Salmon Wins Supreme Award at the 2011 New Zealand Food Awards
South Island Company, Mt Cook Alpine Salmon’s innovative Saikou Sushi-Grade Salmon product has won the company the prestigious, judge nominated [...]
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