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Mon
12
13:19

The true fishmeal carbon footprint

The established Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) methodology to assess the fishmeal carbon footprint only accounts for the vessel fuel and post-harvest processing energy while ignoring the carbon sequestration potential of fish.

Fri
12
08:22

Freezing Tropical Fruits: Convenient and Effective Solution with Octofrost Machines

Tropical fruits are always a great choice for providing nutrition and fresh flavor to daily meals.

Fri
03
14:58

Investment in cold storage needed for proactive export of agricultural products

Before the Lunar New Year, many fruits and agricultural products exported to China were stuck at the border gates, with thousands of containers, and traders neglected to purchase them. However, just after the end of the Lunar New Year, fruit prices skyrocketed, benefiting businesses, which had had cold storage warehouses to store goods before.

Wed
09
13:55

OCTOFROST RELEASES 3D ANIMATION ILLUSTRATING IQF SHRIMP PROCESSING

OctoFrost released a 3D animation of its revolutionary IQF Shrimp Processing Line

Thu
07
13:31

LAUNCHING THE PAGE CONNECTING SUPPLY AND DEMAND OF AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS AND GOODS IN THE SOUTHERN PROVINCES

On the morning of July 28, Working Group 970 of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development launched a registration information page to connect the supply and demand of agricultural products and goods in the Southern provinces.

Tue
07
15:40

WHAT'S NEXT FOR THE FROZEN FOOD TREND?

After a stunning period of growth for frozen food during Covid, we look into where the thriving sector will go from here, and whether premium ready meals can stage a comeback

Mon
06
13:30

BAC GIANG LYCHEES EXPORTED TO EUROPE VIA E-COMMERCE PLATFORM

On June 22, 2021, 3 tons of Bac Giang lychee were first exported to Europe through the "cross-border e-commerce" model operated and developed by Viettel Post.

Thu
06
16:01

ARE FRESH VEGETABLES HEALTHIER THAN FROZEN OR CANNED?

Is it always best to choose fresh vegetables? Are frozen and canned vegetables less healthy?

Sat
05
10:38

PROCESSING LEAFY GREENS - WASHING IS NOT ENOUGH TO MITIGATE E.COLI

OctoFrost™ IQF freezer is an innovative and cost-efficient solution with a unique set of features. It excels at handling sticky, fragile, and otherwise difficult products like IQF spinach.

Tue
05
09:40

DEEP PROCESSING TO INCREASE THE VALUE OF VIETNAMESE AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS

Increasing the proportion of processed agricultural products for export, on the one hand, creates added value for the product, and on the other hand solves the situation of the devaluation of the season.

Wed
04
17:18

FROZEN VEGETABLES ARE JUST AS NUTRIOUS AS FRESH PRODUCE

The added bonuses of purchasing frozen vegetables are that they're available all year round, even if one particular veggie is not in season. Plus, they're typically cheaper than buying fresh. According to Healthline, veggies are typically frozen right after they're harvested so they retain the majority of their nutrients.

Fri
04
10:08

POSITIVE SIGNALS FROM FRUIT AND VEGETABLE EXPORT MARKET

Despite many difficulties due to the impact of the Covid-19 epidemic, however, the export of fruits and vegetables in the first quarter of 2021 still increased by 6.1% over the same period last year. These are positive signals for the domestic fruit and vegetable export industry.

Tue
04
15:32

GI REGISTRATION BOOSTS EXPORTS OF VIETNAMESE PRODUCTS

Geographical indication (GI) registration has an important role in helping Vietnamese products enter the global market, heard a regular press conference of the Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) held in Hanoi on March 31.

Fri
04
13:16

COOPERATION WITH PROCESSING ENTERPRISES: THE FULCRUM FOR SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURAL PRODUCT CONSUMPTION

The cooperation with processing enterprises is considered a firm fulcrum of farmers in the production and consumption of agricultural products.

Mon
03
10:48

VIETNAMESE MANGOES IMPORTED INTO US GROW UP

Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Le Quoc Doanh said that the export of Vietnamese mangoes to the US market has affirmed the brand, quality, and reputation of Vietnamese agricultural products in general and fruits in particular.

Sat
03
13:24

DONG THAP PRODUCES SWEET POTATOES THAT MEET EXPORT STANDARDS

Chau Thanh district (Dong Thap) is focusing on planning of sweet potato production areas, gradually producing according to standards for export.

Thu
03
09:21

ELIMINATE THE CONCERN OF "GOOD SEASON, DEVALUATION"

In addition to the above programs, the Trade Promotion Department has now worked with some domestic e-commerce platform such as Lazada, Tiki to support product consumption for cooperatives and farmers. Trade Promotion Department has also worked with some international e-commerce platforms Alibaba.com and Amazon.com to promote export.

Mon
03
10:46

AT THE BEGINNING OF THE YEAR, CHINA BUYS VIETNAMESE FRUITS, VEGETABLES; FRUITS AND VEGETABLES EXPORT ACCELERATED

Fruit and vegetable exports accelerated at the beginning of 2021 thanks to Chinese buying a lot. According to the Department of Agricultural Product Processing and Market Development, along with the spread of free trade agreements, the export of vegetables and fruits in 2021 is forecasted to be very "bright".

Fri
03
16:03

THE NUMBER OF SEAFOOD EXPORTERS TO THE EU INCREASED SHARPLY WITH EVFTA

After EVFTA took effect, the number of enterprises participating in seafood export to the EU has increased to over 200 enterprises / month, bringing the total number of seafood exporters to the EU to 409 enterprises in 2020.

Tue
03
13:57

FRUIT AND VEG: IS FRESH ALWAYS BEST?

Find out why frozen and tinned fruit and vegetables can sometimes be better than their fresh alternatives

Mon
03
16:49

COULD THE FUTURE OF FROZEN FOOD BE PLANT-BASED?

With convenience remaining as a principal requirement, consumers are clearly changing their behaviors causing a disruption in the food industry as we know it. Choosing vegan has never been easier, with increasing offerings across all restaurants, fast-foods and supermarkets. The plant-based meat market's annual growth rate is anticipated to reach as high as 8.6% between 2020 and 2025, and all regions around the world seem to experience this growth at significant rates.

Fri
02
13:11

OPPORTUNITIES TO INCREASE AGRICULTURAL EXPORTS TO NEARBY MARKETS

With the signing of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), member countries in the region, like Vietnam, will have more convenient transportation. The RCEP is expected to increase the export value of Vietnam's agriculture, especially fresh fruits and vegetables, thanks to the reduction in storage and logistics costs.

Tue
02
10:01

FARM PRODUCE EXPORTS TO NETHERLANDS SOAR

The export of Vietnamese farm produce such as aquatic products, pepper, rubber, and rice to the Netherlands has soared since the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) took effect, the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) has reported.

Thu
02
14:13

COULD IQF FOOD BE A VIABLE SOLUTION FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE?

And this is where technological innovation comes to the rescue. Specifically, technological features that can make the frozen products look just as appetizing as their fresh counterparts and lock in their nutrients – are the game changers in the consumer behavior.

Fri
02
14:23

FOR THE FIRST TIME, VIETNAM EXPORTS ITS FRUIT SURPLUS TO THAILAND

A few years ago, not many people thought of the day when Vietnam exported vegetables and fruits to Thailand, because Thailand was quite ahead of Vietnam in the field of commodity fruit and vegetable production and fruit and vegetable export, and especially then Vietnam is having a trade deficit of fruits and vegetables from Thailand with great value.

Wed
02
17:04

FIRST 60 TONS OF VIETNAMESE RICE ENTER UK UNDER UKVFTA

The first tons of Vietnamese fragrant rice exported to the UK under the UK-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (UKVFTA) have started to be sold on the London market from January 26.

Mon
02
16:44

IQF FRUITS FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

Processing with OctoFrost IQF equipment ensures nutrient-density and water content of fruits while maintaining a fruit’s aroma, color, and texture. In a nutshell, IQF fruits will be undoubtedly priced higher on markets.

Thu
01
09:07

“DURING THE AUTUMN, WE SAW A STRONG RECOVERY IN THE IQF MACHINERY MARKET”

“We look positively towards the future. During 2020 we have strengthened our organization and invested resources in the development of our product line. These investments will be beneficial for our customers for years to come.” Hasslöf concludes.

Thu
05
15:22

VIETNAM'S LYCHEES EXPORT TO SINGAPORE, US, AUSTRALIA

The first batches of lychees were shipped from the northern province of Hai Duong, the country’s leading lychee grower, on May 25 to Singapore, the United States and Australia.

Mon
05
08:48

DONG THAP GRANTS CODE FOR 133 FRUIT-GROWING AREAS FOR EXPORT

The Dong Thap Province's Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has granted a production unit code for 133 fruit-growing areas that qualify to produce fruit for export. Most of the code-granted areas, which cover 7,000ha, grow mango, longan, dragon fruit, jackfruit and rambutan.

Tue
05
08:58

RAW SHRIMP PRICES INCREASED GRADUALLY

According to Vasep, the time of the brackish shrimp crop in 2020 is still long, the favorable signs are also starting to appear more and more clear as the demand for shrimp in the world still exists because shrimp is an essential food. The control of the Covid epidemic in China and South Korea is getting better and there will be more hope for farmers and processing plants when the output is somewhat removed.

Sat
05
11:36

CRYOGENIC FREEZING VS. IQF FREEZING

Making an investment in a IQF freezing system makes more sense for companies that are looking for mid to long-term solutions. The flexibility of a IQF mechanical system offers the possibility that in time the freezer can be adapted to suit a wide range of products with adjustments to temperature, airflow, belt mesh and flow configuration.

Fri
05
10:35

VIETNAM MIGHT TRY TO BOOST DOMESTIC LYCHEE CONSUMPTION

Minister Nguyen Xuan Cuong led the delegation to visit lychee orchards grown under the GlobalGap standards to export to the Japanese market in Tan Yen District. If successfully, 2020 will be the first year that Vietnamese fresh lychees are exported to Japan, paving the way for the fruit to conquer other choosy but potential markets.

Wed
05
16:02

HOW TO MINIMIZE DEHYDRATION INSIDE THE IQF FREEZER

The snow formation during dehydration requires the same amount of energy as it takes to freeze a product, therefore the final product will suffer a loss. For example, with a yearly production value of 1.000.000 EUR, there is a saving of 10.000 EUR per year, if dehydration is reduced by 1%.

Mon
05
13:54

FROZEN FOOD SALES STILL INCREASING IN THE US

Seven in 10 frozen food shoppers have bought more frozen food products since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a study by the American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI).

Fri
05
14:10

EVFTA POSES CHALLENGES TO VIETNAMESE AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS

Since the EVTFA was approved, experts have been analysing the opportunities for Vietnam to penetrate deeper into the high-value foreign markets. However, the implementation of the deal also poses many challenges to Vietnamese agricultural products. Besides strict standards from the European Union market, competitive pressure in the domestic market is also a big issue.

Thu
05
18:07

WHITELEG SHRIMP EXPORT GREW STRONGLY AFTER 5 YEARS

In the 5-year period (2015 - 2019), Vietnam's shrimp industry has achieved positive results in production and export. Shrimp farming area increased by an average of 1.4% per year, while production increased by an average of 5.7%, mainly due to improved vannamei shrimp productivity. The production of whiteleg shrimp increased continuously and increased sharply by nearly 41% after 5 years with an average increase of 9% per year.

Mon
05
13:35

THE IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON THE COLD CHAIN MARKET

The cold chain process ensures that the products are safe and retain their qualities at the point of consumption. The inability to keep products at appropriate temperature conditions can result in textural degradation, discoloring, bruising, and microbial growth. Furthermore, high-quality products improve satisfaction among consumers and results in a surge in demand.

Wed
04
14:51

WE'VE SEEN AN INCREASE IN DEMAND FOR NO HAND TOUCH OPERATIONS

"With our OctoFrost IQF Universal Vegetable Line almost all products can be randomly fed to the line and gently spread with a shaker or water flumes; and with a tedder for leafy products like spinach. A complete line designed and supplied by OctoFrost only requires two to three operators, saving labor and cost." Larsson explains.

Mon
04
15:37

PROCESSING INDUSTRY: THE KEY STEP TO INCREASE THE VALUE OF AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS

reviously, the application of post-harvest technology to limit the "crop - devaluation" situation was highly appreciated by managers and considered this a key step to ensure nutritional value and increase the value added product.

Sat
04
11:29

SHRIMP EXPORTS TO CHINA INCREASED THE MOST IN THE PAST 5 YEARS

TPO - China is one of the biggest markets of Vietnam's shrimp export in the past 5 years (2015-2019). During this period, exports to China had the strongest breakthrough with an average annual growth of 16% and after 5 years increased over 55%.

Fri
04
09:32

IQF PRODUCTS ARE FINDING GREATER FAVOR

With foods such as fruit and vegetables now traveling longer distances, IQF solutions can therefore help with preservation during exports and cater towards the growing demand for non-seasonal produce. Furthermore, various food establishments such as those in the foodservice industry are turning towards IQF foods in greater numbers since they can be handled quickly and conveniently – this, in turn, reduces the need for firms to invest in heavy and/or bulky cooking equipment and machinery.

Wed
04
11:12

VEGETABLE SALES GROWTH ALMOST 20% HIGHER THAN FRUIT GROWTH

Fresh produce growth for the week of April 12 versus the comparable week in 2019 was the highest since March 22nd, driven by robust vegetable sales. But the three-way split of the produce dollar between fresh, frozen and shelf-stable continued, with frozen and shelf-stable growth up more than 40%, each.

Sat
04
11:50

VIETNAM'S RED FLESH DRAGON FRUITS FAVOURED AT AUSTRALIAN MARKET

NDO – A promotional week of Vietnam’s red flesh dragon fruit has been held from April 2 to 8 in the three most crowded states in Australia, New South Wales, Victoria and Western Australia.

Fri
04
13:50

FOR PROCESSING INDUSTRY TO CREATE NET GOLD FOR AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS

Investing in deep processing is one of the most effective solutions to increase the added value of agricultural products, and at the same time best deal with the situation of "off-season crop but high prices and a season crop but low prices" in agriculture. And in the current situation, when the Covid-19 epidemic evolved complicatedly, greatly affecting the export and import of agricultural products of many countries, the processing industry proved its important role for agriculture, forestry and fishery.

Wed
04
16:03

US FRESH PRODUCE SALES IN RETAIL REMAIN HIGH IN WEEK ENDING MARCH 29TH

During the week of March 29, produce sales continued to show highly elevated levels regardless of where they were sold in the store, despite many chains running limited opening hours: Fresh produce increased 8.1% over the comparable week in 2019. Frozen, +41.6% Shelf-stable, +51.0%

Tue
04
11:24

PANGASIUS EXPORTS ARE RECEIVING GOOD SIGNALS FROM SOME MAJOR MARKETS

As of mid-March 2020, the US is Vietnam's largest pangasius export market, accounting for 18.8% of the total pangasius export value. In the first half of March 2020, the export value of pangasius to the China - Hong Kong market was nearly US $ 13 million, an increase of US $ 1 million compared to the previous month of February 2020. If the export speed increases as expected, some pangasius export enterprises confidently stated that pangasius export value to China in the coming months may increase by 40-50%.

Sat
04
10:25

WHAT DO VIETNAMESE BUSINESSES NEED TO DO TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OPPORTUNITIES FROM THE EVFTA AGREEMENT?

EVFTA will open a new opportunity for Vietnamese businesses if they are well prepared and ready to take advantage of the Agreement's benefits.

Thu
04
14:31

FRESH PRODUCE SALES IN US RETAIL CONTINUE TO SURGE IN WEEK OF MARCH 22ND

Produce sales rose along with consumer anxiety levels. IRI found that 58% of consumers were extremely concerned about COVID-19 the week of March 22, up from 38% the prior week. 210 Analytics, IRI and PMA partnered up to understand the effect for produce. Produce continuing to move at unprecedented volumes regardless of where they are sold in the store: fresh produce increased 29.7%, frozen, +111.4%, shelf-stable, +158.1%

Wed
04
09:29

AUTOMATION INCREASES FOOD SAFETY IN LABOR-SAVING LINES

OctoFrost IQF Processing Lines offer new challenging food safety business opportunities. Our lines are designed for "no hand touch" after heat treatment. We design the complete processing line and have the control that there shall be no need for manual intervention.

Mon
04
15:25

THE EU HAS COMPLETED THE EVFTA APPROVAL PROCESS WITH VIETNAM

EVFTA agreement, when implemented, will bring great benefits to the national economy. After being approved and put into operation by the National Assembly of Vietnam, it is expected that from the beginning of the 3rd quarter of 2020, EVFTA will surely create a big boost for Vietnam's exports to the EU's large market, especially commodities of agricultural, fishery and Vietnamese products have many competitive advantages, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Wed
04
16:42

VIETNAM CALLS FOR INVESTMENT IN FRUIT AND VEGETABLE PROCESSING

He added that Viet Nam had many opportunities to boost exports to European and Asian markets. The EVFTA and IPA agreements would create favourable conditions for fruit and vegetable businesses to expand their export markets and participate in global value chains, including Asian and European markets, he added.

Mon
03
14:26

MORE RETAIL SALES DATA SHOW SIGNIFICANT SPIKE IN FRESH PRODUCE SALES

Frozen fruit, frozen vegetables and shelf-stable fruit each saw sales more than double the week ending March 15, while shelf-stable vegetable sales skyrocketed more than 200%. Nielsen reported frozen fruits grew 73.2% in the week ending March 14, with frozen vegetable sales increasing 68.9%.

Sat
03
10:08

AS PEOPLE WILL NEED FOOD, THE MARKET IS STILL THERE

Our plan is to adopt the new situation and use other tools and thinking in our communication. As people will need food, the market is still there and will be needed the most. Our technology is highly automated with no-hand-touch which will be even more valuable in the future.

Thu
03
14:44

RETAIL PRODUCE SALES RISING AMID CORONAVIRUS CONCERNS

"In addition to sales increases in fresh produce, frozen fruits and vegetables advanced 11.6% over the week ending March 8," Roerink said. Nielsen statistics provide a look at some of the commodities that have recently been experiencing sales growth after previous declines.

Fri
03
16:45

VIETNAMESE ASPARAGUS COULD ENTER AUSTRALIAN MARKET THIS MONTH

Vietnam could export asparagus to Australia this month, according to the Viet Nam Trade Office in Australia.

Wed
03
13:12

THE CHALLENGES OF IQF FREEZING RASPBERRIES

One of the more challenging products to IQF freeze is the raspberry. This has everything to do with its brittle and delicate texture. With the correct equipment however, the product can be handled for good profitability.

Sat
03
11:23

JAPAN INCREASED IMPORT OF FRESH, RAW SQUID

Japan, the second largest import market of Vietnamese squid and octopus, accounts for nearly 22% of Vietnam's total import value of squid and octopus to markets. In January 2020, due to coinciding with the New Year, Vietnam's squid and octopus exports to Japan decreased sharply by 51.2% compared to January 2019, reaching nearly US $ 8 million and down 18.8% compared to December 2019.

Thu
03
17:06

VIETNAM DEVELOPS MODERN SUPPLY SYSTEM FOR FARM PRODUCTS

Viet Nam is working to develop a system of modern agricultural product supply centres to promote the consumption of farm produce, enhance food safety and hygiene, and improve the competitive edge of Vietnamese goods.

Tue
03
09:27

A NATURAL AND APPEALING APPEARANCE FOR IQF ASPARAGUS

The consumption of frozen asparagus is increasing at an incremental pace as customers’ eating habits have changed dramatically and globally over the last decades. Their increased realization of the convenience and availability of frozen food contributes to the rising consumption of frozen vegetables.

Sun
03
13:37

GLOBAL IQF FRUITS MARKET REVENUE EXPECTED TO INCREASE TO US$13.4 BN BY 2028

An upcoming report, titled 'IQF Fruits Market: Global Industry Analysis 2013-2017 and Forecast 2018-2028,’ will deliver outlooks for the market. In terms of value, the global IQF fruits market is projected to register a healthy CAGR of 5.0% during the forecast period as per the report analysis.

Thu
03
17:29

PANGASIUS OPPORTUNITY TO EXPAND THE MARKET

From March 2 to 13, the Food Safety Inspection Team (FSIS-USA) will evaluate the food safety control system for pangasius the second time in Mekong Delta.

Tue
03
18:42

VIETNAMESE FIRMS URGED TO TAP AFRICAN AND MIDDLE EASTERN MARKETS

Africa and the Middle East offer opportunities for Vietnam to boost exports of farm produce with their large demand, especially for fruits and vegetables, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade. Theo bà Nguyễn Minh Phương of the ministry’s Asia-Africa Market Department said the per capita income in the Middle East is relative high.

Sat
02
11:54

"THE SHELF LIFE FOR IQF AVOCADO IS OVER SIX MONTHS"

As avocado consumption is increasing, it’s only logical that the individual quick frozen (IQF) avocado sees its market share increase as well. This makes sense considering fresh avocado can be challenging to handle for consumers.

Fri
02
08:23

SINGAPORE FIRMS LOOK TO VIETNAM FOR AGRICULTURAL GOODS

At the end of February, a delegation of firms from Singapore is expected to visit Vietnam in search of suppliers of fruits and vegetables. This visit is a countermeasure against the falling imports from China as a result of the Covid-19 virus outbreak.

Tue
02
16:57

MANY OPPORTUNITIES FOR BLACK TIGER SHRIMP TO EUROPEAN MARKET

Free trade agreement between Vietnam and the European Union EU (EVFTA) officially approved and effective will be leverage for seafood export to EU market, especially for black tiger shrimp when this is a traditional product for Northwestern Europe and France.

Sat
02
11:50

PREMIUM QUALITY IQF ONION. REALITY OR FICTION?

The handling and preparation of onions can be time consuming and the fast-paced modern world makes nowadays consumers more inclined to buy ready to eat meals and frozen products for easy and fast preparation and consumption.

Fri
02
08:29

IQF FREEZERS ENSURE FOOD SAFETY & MINIMISE LOSSES

As technology advances and the fruit and vegetable market becomes more global, there is an increasing emphasis on ensuring that food safety is of the highest standard. Swedish based company, OctoFrost Group, believes that their IQF freezers can play an important role in ensuring reliable food safety for the food processing industry.

Tue
02
14:47

CATCHING UP NEW EXPORT TRENDS

In the context of direct export channel with potential risks of trade barriers, many businesses have chosen to export safely rather than indirectly through distribution and e-commerce systems. The flexible export channel has been helping businesses hold more stable market share, reducing the risk of backlog of manufactured goods.

Sat
02
11:00

VIETNAM: NINH THUẬN AIMS AT SUSTAINABLE GRAPE PRODUCTION

The south-central province of Ninh Thuận Province, the country’s largest grape producer, is targeting sustainable grape production after conducting research on new grape varieties, applying advanced farming techniques and investing in post-harvest processing.

Thu
02
09:08

HOW TO ACHIEVE PREMIUM IQF CHEESE

Future growth in the cheese industry is fueled by the increasing demand from the convenience sector, particularly the frozen pizza segment. As IQF cheese has the benefit of being easy to use, it is gaining ground and popularity on the market.

Sat
02
10:58

IQF FREEZING MAKES SUPERFOOD AVAILABLE TO MORE CONSUMERS

Organic, healthy and nutritious products continue to be in high demand, however, supplying a superfood like bilberries continues to be a challenge for producers, trying reach as many people as possible throughout the year.

Thu
02
14:53

FORECASTING VIETNAM'S SHRIMP EXPORTS WILL BE MORE FAVORABLE IN 2020

In 2019, Vietnam's shrimp exports reached US $ 3.36 billion, down 5.4% compared to 2018. Although not achieving satisfactory results as expected, Vietnam's shrimp exports to major importing markets also showed that positive signs in 2020

Tue
02
16:39

BRINGING "BILLION DOLLAR" FISH BACK TO THE VIETNAMESE TABLE

In recent years, Pangasius of Vietnam has been raised to meet the standards of the most demanding markets such as the US and Europe...

Sat
02
09:11

HOW TO ACHIEVE PREMIUM QUALITY IQF COCONUTS

Coconut is one of the fastest growing food products on the market, in fact it’s been growing year after year and the market trends project a steadily growth of this product.

Sat
01
10:38

THE EVOLUTION OF IQF TECHNOLOGY

IQF stands for Individual Quick Freezing and is a technology used in the food processing industry. As the term suggests, it stands for the quick freezing of individual pieces of product, as opposed to bulk or block freezing.

Thu
01
15:36

VIETNAM DURIAN CONQUERS THE AUSTRALIAN MARKET

VOV.VN - On October 29, in Sydney, Australia, the opening ceremony of Vietnam Durian Enjoying Journey took place.

Wed
01
10:29

DOMINATING EXPORT MARKET FOR FRUIT AND VEGETABLES

NDO - Vietnam's exports of fruit and vegetables reached more than US$3.7 billion in 2019, down 1.9% compared to 2018, which was mainly due to the sharp decline in export quantity and revenue regarding the Chinese market, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.

Sat
01
08:55

SWEET CORN TO SOUTH KOREA COSTS 180.000 VND/CORN

Each sweet corn in Vietnam has an average price of 5-7 thousand VND/corn, but when exported to South Korea, the average selling price in supermarkets is about 180 thousand VND (converted into Vietnamese currency).

Wed
01
14:46

10 OUTSTANDING EVENTS OF VIETNAM'S SEAFOOD EXPORTS IN 2019

The year 2019 has just ended - a year that has not reached expectations with many Vietnamese seafood exporters. Anti-dumping tax on shrimp in the US market 0% for 31 Vietnamese shrimp exporting enterprises; The CPTPP is in force and many Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) signed promise to bring tariff preferences ... However, these advantages are not strong enough for many seafood enterprises to overcome barriers another big deal from the export market.

Mon
01
13:30

5 YEARS OF CHALLENGING TO COME TO JAPAN, 10 LONG YEARS TO GO TO THE DOOR OF THE US

Vietnamese lychee officially exported to Japan is the key to mark a year of fruit industry's efforts to conquer the most difficult markets in the world.

Sat
01
08:58

VIETNAM: DONG THAP PROVINCE TO EXPAND MANGO ACREAGE

Cat Chu offers profits of 115 million VND (5,000 USD) per hectare per year and Hoa Loc, 200 million VND (8,600 USD), he added. More and more farmers are using advanced techniques to improve yield and quality.

Thu
01
17:06

VIETNAM TARGETS $10BN IN SEAFOOD EXPORT REVENUES IN 2020

Vietnam's Director of the Directorate of Fisheries said in 2020 the country would aim to gross close to $10 billion from exporting seafood and aquatic products, an increase of 6.3% compared with 2019. In 2019, export turnover is estimated at $8.6bn, reports Vietnam News.

Mon
12
13:25

OPPOTURNITIES TO BOOST FRUIT AND VEGETABLE EXPORT TO EU

The EU is a huge market of vegetables and fruits in the world, but the export of Vietnamese vegetables and fruits to the EU is still very modest.

Fri
12
15:20

SOME MORE LIVE SEAFOOD PRODUCTS ARE EXPORTED TO CHINA

The Department of Agro-Forestry-Fisheries Quality Assurance (Nafiqad, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development) said: Flower clams, yellow clams and tilapia have just been added to the list of Vietnam seafood to be exported to this country.

Wed
12
08:58

VIETNAMESE CATFISH IS WELCOMED IN THE US MARKET

Vietnam will be adding more businesses registering to export pangasius to the US, helping to increase the export value of this type of product.

Mon
12
10:44

VIETNAM LYCHEE IS OFFICIALLY EXPORTED TO JAPAN

Department of Plant Protection has just informed that Vietnam's lychee was officially exported to Japan from December 15 this year after five years of negotiation efforts.

Thu
12
16:46

VIETNAM TRIES TO GET US EXPORT LICENSE FOR AVOCADOS

According to the Vietnam Trade Office in the US, Vietnam is in the process of getting a licence to export avocado to the US. The Vietnam Trade Office’s branch in San Francisco (US) said avocados are mainly sold at big supermarkets with large volumes, so they must meet the high requirements of the US market.

Tue
12
16:06

HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT FREEZER FOR YOUR PRODUCTION LINE

To choose the correct freezer for your application and need is an important task as negligence can result in yearly costs that will exceed the total investment.

Tue
12
10:14

STRONGLY INCREASE VIETNAM'S SQUID AND OCTOPUS EXPORTS TO THE US

In the first 9 months of this year, Vietnam's squid and octopus exports to the US reached US $ 11.4 million, up 63.7% over the same period in 2018. As of September this year, exports of this item to the US continued to grow.

Sat
12
08:56

EU SHRIMP IMPORTS SURPASS 900.000T, VIETNAM BIGGEST SUPPLIER

The EU imported 906,000 metric tons of shrimp based on whole weight equivalent, up 3% compared with 2017.

Thu
12
08:46

2020 WILL BE THE YEAR VIETNAM'S PRODUCE ENTERS EUROPE EN MASSE

Tue
12
09:37

INSTALLATION OF AN IQF FREEZER

IQF processors have a lot of things to consider when deciding to invest in an IQF equipment, all from the cost of purchase, energy efficiency, operational costs, technical features, cleanability, quality of the IQF products, production hours and down time, and footprint.

Sat
11
09:30

WHY ARE VIETNAMESE FRUITS EXPENSIVE TO JAPAN?

The Vietnamese fruits cost only a few tens of thousands / kg but to Japan cost hundreds to millions. These fruits go through a rigorous process and are favored in countries of high quality like Japan.

Thu
11
10:22

EXPORTERS SET TO START SHRIMP SHIPMENTS TO BRAZIL

Peru is preparing for its shrimp companies to start exporting to Brazil, after shrimp exporters from Tumbes and Piura were visited by officials from Brazil and Peru, Promperú reported.

Tue
11
09:59

CROSS-BORDER E-COMMERCE PROVIDES NEW PLATFORM FOR CHINA-THAILAND TRADE

Cross-border e-commerce has gotten the attention of millions of Chinese consumers, who are now indeed very interested in Thailand's fresh durians.

Sat
11
10:39

EXPORT TO THE US - A BIG DOOR FOR VIETNAMESE PANGASIUS

Access and circulation of goods in the US market has always been the goal of many businesses, here, goods are affirmed, enhanced image and quality of Pangasius is increasingly improved.

Wed
11
13:38

WHY PRODUCING IQF ARTICHOKES IS A SMART BUSINESS STRATEGY FOR PROCESSORS

Modern and efficient freezing technologies like the Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) method has made the idea of frozen foods more appealing for today’s health-conscious consumers and IQF artichokes are no exception.

Fri
11
13:33

BEST PRACTICES FOR A RELIABLE FOOD SAFETY WHEN FREEZING MEAT

It is well known that due to its chemical composition reach in lipids, proteins and water, meat is offering particularly favourable conditions for the growth of microorganisms.

Sat
11
11:29

BEST PRACTICES FOR FREEZING ASPARAGUS

Asparagus is a high value product on the market and in the case of IQF asparagus, food processors need to pay extra attention to pre-processing techniques and most importantly to the freezing technology used to freeze this product.

Wed
11
17:09

SO WHAT MAKES THE OCTOFROST BEDPLATES SO UNIQUE?

The type and the quality of the transportation method of the product inside an IQF freezer is of crucial importance as it can affect the quality of the frozen product, the aerodynamics in the IQF freezer and even the freezing time and energy consumption.

Fri
11
14:14

INNOVATION IS AN ESSENTIAL TOOL FOR STIMULATING IQF DEMAND WORLDWIDE

The global market of IQF fruits and vegetables will continue to grow with a double digit CAGR by 2027 due to increased demand from both foodservice and retail sectors, reports Frozen Food Europe.

Tue
10
09:55

HOW TO ACHIEVE PREMIUM IQF STRAWBERRIES

The consumption of frozen strawberries on the global market is one of the highest among IQF fruits and IQF berries

Sat
10
11:05

IQF FREEZING FOR MORE NUTRITIOUS VEGETABLES

As part of the natural process, once a vegetable is harvested it begins to release heat and lose water. This is what we call respiration, and it has an impact on the nutritional qualities of the vegetables we want to consume.

Wed
10
13:29

INVESTING IN INNOVATIVE FREEZING TECHNOLOGIES WILL PUSH YOUR BUSINESS FORWARD ON THE MARKET

Environmental issues are on everyone’s minds nowadays, and all the actors from both civic society and governances all over the world, are looking for solutions to reduce the negative impact man has on the environment.

Sun
10
17:15

IQF AVOCADO BRINGS NEW BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

The market for fresh avocado is currently facing a number of challenges. A limited supply unable to keep pace with the quickly growing demand,...

Wed
10
16:29

THE 3 STEPS FOR ACHIEVING PREMIUM IQF SPINACH

IQF Spinach is fast becoming one of the most in-demand products on the global frozen vegetable market.

Sun
10
13:16

NEW TRENDS IN THE IQF INDUSTRY: IQF SEAFOOD

Seafood is gaining more popularity among consumers and it is now a broadly consumed product all over the world.

Thu
10
10:41

TYPES OF FANS USED IN IQF EQUIPMENT AND TECHNOLOGY

There are many different manufacturers of Iqf equipment on the market but very few that contributed with innovative thinking and solution to the industry. It is truly a science to set up and balance all the parts and elements of an Iqf freezer in order to achieve the best freezing result.

Sat
09
21:17

OCTOFROST IQF TECHNOLOGY SAVES YOU MONEY, HELPS GROW THE ECONOMY AND IS GOOD FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

Energy efficiency and environmental thinking are two connected subjects that are getting higher up on corporate agendas. But what is energy efficiency and why is it so important?

Thu
09
14:31

EDAMAME – THE RISING STAR OF THE ASIAN MARKET

One of the “hottest hit” on the vegetable market right now, in particular in the frozen sector is edamame.

Tue
09
09:19

SNOW FORMATION IN IQF FREEZERS

Snow formation in IQF freezers is one of the most overlooked cost and it represents more loss for the processors annually, than their capital cost and power consumption all together.

Fri
09
09:32

DEHYDRATION DURING FREEZING AND WHY YOU SHOULDN'T IGNORE IT

In general terms, dehydration is the process of water loss, however we want to look at a specific type of dehydration, namely: dehydration of the products during freezing.

Sun
09
14:21

HOW TO ACHIEVE HIGH QUALITY IQF BANANA

Bananas are one of the most demanded fruit worldwide, known for providing a quick and sustained energy boost.

Wed
09
19:02

THE GLOBAL ORGANIC SECTOR IS EXPECTED TO GROW OVER THE NEXT DECADE

According to FoodNavigator-asia.com, the Asian continent will drive the sales of all organic products over the next decade

Sun
09
12:28

IQF RICE – CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES

The consumption of IQF rice is strongly determined by the fast growing frozen ready meals market, which is expected to grow significantly during 2017 and 2022.

Wed
09
13:27

WASTE LESS FOOD BY USING FROZEN PRODUCE

Consumers are willing more than ever to pay premium prices for organic, healthy food products without pesticides or synthetic fertilizers and most of the time their eyes are turning towards fresh products for this choice.

Mon
08
09:04

GROWING DEMANDS FOR HIGH-QUALITY IQF SWEET CORN

Over the last few years, the IQF sweet corn market has witnessed gradual but continuous growth in the global IQF food market

Fri
05
14:06

PROCESSORS EXPECTED TO SERVE THE HIGH DEMAND FOR PREMIUM IQF PEAS

It is hard to overlook the growing trend of peas, especially frozen peas. IQF Frozen peas have gained their popularity in the frozen food aisle of supermarkets

Wed
01
15:38

FREEZING IQF OCTOFROST™ SHRIMP

Today, nearly 90% of exports of marine products are in frozen form with frozen shrimp having the largest share. IQF shrimp consumption is expected

Sun
01
14:14

PROPERTIES AND PRESERVATION METHODS TO MAINTAIN THE QUALITY OF DRAGON FRUIT HARVEST

Dragon fruit are generally harvested close to full ripe stage because they do not continue ripening after

Sun
12
11:30

WHY THE OCTOFROST IF COOKER WILL BE THE SUCCESS OF YOUR SHRIMP BUSINESS

The OctoFrost™ IF Cooker is the latest technological innovation in the shrimp processing industry.

Sun
12
11:05

WHY FLUIDIZATION MATTERS IN IQF FREEZING | A BRIEF INTRODUCTION TO IQF

A Brief Introduction to IQF is a series of short, educational videos which aim to explain different scientific and technological concepts relating

Sun
12
10:35

PRODUCING IQF MANGO IS HOW PROCESSORS CAN REDUCE LOSSES AND MAXIMIZE THEIR OFFERING

Mango consumption is on the rise, thanks to its luxurious appeal and sweet taste which is why it’s known