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China has announced the initiation of a safeguarding investigation into imported beef products.

The company will dissolve Shanghai Yakult, a subsidiary of Yakult China, and transfer its sales operations to a newly established branch.

‘Italian’ tomato purees sold in some UK retailers appear to contain tomatoes picked in China using forced labour, according to a BBC report.

Stora Enso has acquired Finnish sawmill company Junnikkala for €137m. It has also discontinued its Beihai, China, divestment.

Fonterra has unveiled a revised strategic framework aimed at bolstering its focus on high-performing ingredients and foodservice segments.

Mondelēz International has announced plans to acquire a majority stake in Evirth, a Chinese manufacturer of cakes and pastries

Symrise has opened a new office and lab in Beijing, China, and has also completed its F&B powder blending expansion in Jinqiao, Shanghai.

Viee, a producer of plant-based drinks, has received an investment from consumer-focused firm L Catterton.

IFF has revealed plans to renovate and expand its facilities in Shanghai, China, constructing a new Shanghai Creative Center.

Dairy giant Fonterra has unveiled plans to open its sixth application centre in China, located in Wuhan.