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PH FOOD

Japan Times
BUSINESS
Dec 14, 2022
Egg prices soar in Japan on feed costs and bird flu outbreaks
The spread of bird flu is impacting egg prices just as demand was recovering after a drop caused by the pandemic, an industry official said.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Dec 7, 2022
Pricier Christmas cake hits Japan’s holiday season as inflation bites
The average price of a holiday season cake has risen by around 5% since last year to u00a54,040 ($30), according to a Teikoku Databank report.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Dec 5, 2022
Despite weak yen, Australia angles for slice of Japan’s avocado market
Exporters looking to expand in Japan must convince belt-tightening households to stomach the increased cost of imported food.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Nov 30, 2022
Ajinomoto hastens chipmaking film expansion and weighs more investment
Ajinomoto, better known for its wide-ranging food business, forecasts shipments of the film will grow 18% every year through March 2026.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Science & Health
Nov 29, 2022
Veganism on the rise among health-conscious in Japan
Behind the trend is a growing awareness among people who want to avoid high-fat foods and advances in veganism technology in producing meat alternatives.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Regional Voices: Kyushu
Nov 21, 2022
Prized marbled wagyu at crossroads as industry shifts focus to fat quality
With the graying of the population and increasing health consciousness, a growing number of consumers are preferring lean meat.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 21, 2022
Senior U.N. official urges Japan to take 'maximum leadership' stance in 2023
Asako Okai, U.N. assistant secretary-general and director of the U.N. Development Program's Crisis Bureau, says Japan needs to act when it holds the G7 presidency next year.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Nov 18, 2022
Kyoto prosecutors indict gang member over murder of gyōza chain president
Yukio Tanaka, 56, a senior member of a group affiliated with major crime syndicate Kudo-kai, is suspected of the 2013 murder.
Japan Times
WORLD
Nov 17, 2022
Ukraine's sparse wheat plantings sow further trouble for global food security
Another poor crop in Ukraine would mean global stocks would not recover for at least another year, ensuring prices remain high and markets volatile.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Regional Voices: Tohoku
Nov 14, 2022
Tohoku fruit producers look to overseas markets for growth
With Aomori marketing its apples in India, and Yamagata pears breaking into East Asia, the products are seen as being key to increased exports.
Japan Times
WORLD / FOCUS
Nov 12, 2022
Dying lands: Farmers fight to save the 'skin of the Earth'
In America's dusty Corn Belt this spring, the land was drowning. In China's Yangtze River basin, it's bone dry. Farmers in both are fighting a losing battle to save the soil.
Japan Times
LIFE
Nov 12, 2022
Can't sleep? Drinkable aids are booming in Japan
The demand for beverages that claim to help with sleep and alleviate stress is so high that some companies are having trouble making enough product.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Nov 9, 2022
‘Grave of the Fireflies’ candy-maker goes bust as costs soar
The Tokyo-based company will end operations on Jan. 20, attributing the closure to rising raw material and energy prices as well as staff-hiring challenges.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Regional Voices: Okinawa
Nov 7, 2022
Okinawa’s shima-dōfu makers fight to preserve their tradition
The people who make the products are having to contend with rising soybean prices and strengthened food hygiene rules.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Science & Health
Nov 6, 2022
AI helps Japanese convenience stores profit from reduced waste
In 2015, Lawson introduced a system in which the AI at its head office advises store managers and experienced staff on product management at all stores.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Nov 1, 2022
More than 800 food items will carry higher price tags in Japan from November
On Tuesday, the first day of November, major dairy firms implemented price hikes for milk and dairy products due to higher raw milk prices amid surging feed costs.
Japan Times
WORLD
Oct 31, 2022
U.N., Turkey and Ukraine press ahead with Black Sea grain deal despite Russian pullout
Russia, which invaded Ukraine on. Feb 24, on Saturday halted its role in the Black Sea deal for an 'indefinite term,' cutting shipments from one of the world's top grain exporters.
Japan Times
WORLD
Oct 30, 2022
Russia halts deal over Ukraine Black Sea grain exports after drone attacks
Russia told U.N. Secretary General Antonio Guterres in a letter that it was suspending the deal for an 'indefinite term' because it could not 'guarantee safety of civilian ships.'
Japan Times
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Oct 29, 2022
Suspect in 2013 murder of restaurant chain president refuses to speak about case
Yukio Tanaka, a senior member of a group affiliated with major crime syndicate Kudo-kai, was arrested Friday on charges including the shooting death of Takayuki Ohigashi.
Japan Times
WORLD
Oct 28, 2022
In Britain's inflation crisis, healthy diets are a casualty
Fresh vegetables and fish are falling off the menu. Packaged pizzas and processed meat are the dishes of the day.

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