Food Production Chain - Strong and Weak Links Identification

What holds true for every chain also applies to the food production chain. Every chain must be dependable. All of its links must be strong. We know too well that this is not the case for the food production chain. There are links that render it weak enough to cause us some concern.These links can be seen in this food production chain diagram provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The diagram here has been slightly augmented...

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Supplier Guidance and Benefits from Socialwalk

Look at what some of them have to say about our quality buyers. "We feel that the business matching service was useful and necessary for both buyers and suppliers. It was the right thing for the organizer to engage Socialwalk to organize this session. We're happy with their service." Dr. Arh. Shawki Salman, Chairman  Star International Med, Romania  (MENOPE 2012) "Socialwalk has been of great help. The business matchmakers...

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What Every Buyer Needs to Know

Issue Response What can I do if my goods are not delivered after full payment and how do I avoid this problem next time? In the opinion of Sophie Mao of www.chibridge.net, lawyer in China, "The best way to protect yourself is to structure your payment terms so that payment and quality of the goods are linked. Make sure to keep the deposit as small as possible and do not make the remaining payments until you or a third party inspection agent has checked the goods." If you have the following...

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Tesco Malaysia sales up 12%

PETALING JAYA: Tesco Malaysia has recorded a sales growth of 12% in its 2011/2012 financial year (FY11/12) over the previous year, supported by contribution from new stores as well as aggressive promotions.  In FY11/12, the hypermarket chain opened eight new stores and its first 3,000-sq-m superstore in Bukit Beruntung, bringing the total number of stores in Peninsular Malaysia to 45.“The market outlook is positive and we see continued...

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Giant Hypermarket remains as shoppers’ favourite

In Malaysia, the mention of Giant hypermarket (Giant) evokes vibrancy, comfort and a complete shopping environment. Having pioneered the concept of modern supermarket shopping, Giant now sets the standards in the industry with innovative marketing and promotions, efficient store designs and attractive product pricing.Owned by GCH Retail (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (GCH Retail), the chain currently comprises 128 Giant hypermarket and supermarkets throughout...

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Malaysia International Halal Showcase

Event Name : 10th International Halal Showcase Date : 3 April - 6 April 2013 Venue : Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, KLCC, Malaysia Organizer : Matrade, Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation Website : http://www.mihas.com.my/ No. Exhibitors       : 300 + Event Profile Malaysia’s central position in Asia makes...

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MIA International Food Show

Event Name : Mia International Food Show (Mostra Internazionale Dell'alimentazione) Date : 16 Feb - 19 Feb 2013 Venue : Rimini Fiera, Italy Organizer : Rimini Fiera S.p.A. Website : http://en.rhex.it No. Exhibitors   : 1500 + Event Profile Held at Rimini Expo Centre, Italy, the Mia International Food Show is 39th international food show will offer viable...

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SM Cologne

Event Name : SM CologneDate : 27 Jan - 30 Jan 2013Venue : Cologne Exhibition Centre, Cologne, GermanyOrganizer : Koelnmesse GmbHWebsite : http://www.ism-cologne.comNo. Exhibitors : 300 +Event Profile SM Cologne is a biggest confectionery trade fair. ISM refers to International Sweets World. The event will provide assistance in the penetration of new products and services in global...

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Winter Fancy Food Show

Event Name : Winter Fancy Food ShowDate : 20 Jan - 22 Jan 2013Venue : Mascone Center, San Francisco, United States of AmericaOrganizer : The National Association for the Specialty Food Trade, Inc.Website : http://www.specialtyfood.comNo. Exhibitors : 1100 + Event Profile Winter Fancy Food Show is one of the top notch events for the food and beverage industry. It will be the 38th international...

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Food Hospitality World - Mumbai

Event Name : Food Hospitality World - Mumbai Date : 10 Jan - 12 Jan 2013 Venue : MMRDA Exhibition Center, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Organizer : Global Fairs & MEdia Private Limited Website : http://www.fhwexpo.com No. Exhibitors : 150 + Event Profile Food Hospitality World is combination of the two world’s leading organisers - Hannover Milan Fairs and The India...

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Are you interested to expand you business in Food Industry?

Countries across the globe, Muslim and non-Muslim alike, have boosted income from food exports by joining a growing consumer market force particularly Muslim and those who needs extra guarantees on food safety and quality products. Introducing a halal standard in 2004, Malaysia has managed to secure a market share of billions worldwide. Seeing the potential, even non-Muslim countries have started to take important steps to produce food and non-food...

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