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  • Published on Mar 25, 2026

    McCain announces closure of Hastings vegetable processing plant

    The McCain vegetable processing plant in Hastings will shut down by early 2027, the company has confirmed, raising concerns about job losses and wider economic impacts in the region. According to a report by 1News, McCain New Zealand, part of global food …

    Source: The Indian Weekender - Pending
  • Published on Mar 24, 2026

    McCain to close Hastings vegetable processing plant

    Photo: Roberto Machado Noa McCain has announced it will close its Hastings vegetable processing plant by January 2027. In a letter to growers, McCain said it reviewed operations at the site but was unable to find a sustainable pathway under the current …

    Source: RNZ - Public Broadcaster
  • Published on Mar 24, 2026

    McCain to close Hastings vegetable processing factory

    The McCain vegetable processing plant in Hastings will close by the end of January 2027, the company has confirmed, but is refusing to say how many jobs are going. McCain New Zealand has two sites – Timaru and Hastings – under global company McCain Foods …

    Source: 1News - Neutral
  • Published on Mar 27, 2026

    Industrial Enzymes Market to Reach USD 13.19 Billion by 2032 at 6.4% CAGR: Bio-Catalysis and Green Chemistry Fuel Growth

    Industrial Enzymes Market was valued at USD 8.54 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 13.19 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 6.4% from 2026–2032. ROCKVILLE , MD, UNITED STATES, March 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global Industrial …

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  • Published on Mar 27, 2026

    Government launches inquiry into imports of certain vegetables

    Open this photo in gallery:Data from Statistics Canada demonstrate that imports of frozen vegetables – including frozen peas – climbed last year.Fred Lum/The Globe and Mail Ottawa has launched a rare trade inquiry to address the impact of a surge of …

    Source: The Globe and Mail - Neutral
  • Published on Mar 25, 2026

    McCain vegetable factory in Hastings to close

    The McCain vegetable processing plant in Hastings will close in 2027. The Omahu Rd, Twyford, factory processed more than 50,000 tonnes of vegetables annually, including peas, beans, sweetcorn and carrots. A source told Hawke’s Bay Today that staff were …

    Source: FMCG Business - Neutral
  • Published on Mar 24, 2026

    Growing demand for automation is driving upgrades in fruit and vegetable mesh bags

    Against the backdrop of continued automation in fruit and vegetable packaging, mesh bags designed for automated production lines are becoming a key focus for the industry. As fruit and vegetable processing companies accelerate their expansion and smart …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on Mar 25, 2026

    McCain factory closure 'devastating' - Hastings Mayor

    The mayor of Hastings says she is "devastated" for the wider community after it was announced the McCain vegetable processing plant would close in 2027. The company refused to disclose how many roles would be impacted at the factory on Omahu Rd …

    Source: 1News - Neutral
  • Published on Mar 24, 2026

    Five Big Things That Happened Today: Tuesday, March 24

    How the fuel relief package will work; McCain to close Hastings vegetable processing factory; ACT deputy leader announces she'll stand down at election. Fuel relief package: Who is eligible and how does it work? The Government has announced a support …

    Source: 1News - Neutral
  • Published on Mar 24, 2026

    Further blow to vege growers with McCain to close processing plant

    McCain has announced it will close its Hastings vegetable processing plant by January 2027. In a letter to growers, McCain said it reviewed operations at the site but was unable to find a sustainable pathway under the current model. "The closure …

    Source: Star News - Neutral
  • Published on Mar 20, 2026

    Compass optical sorter optimised for veggies

    Purpose-built for vegetable processors managing multiple SKUs, product medleys and frequent changeovers, Compass delivers precise, repeatable removal of foreign material (FM) and product defects across varied production requirements. Available in belt-fed …

    Source: Food & Drink Business - Pending
  • Published on Mar 24, 2026

    McCain Closure Latest Sign Govt Failing On Jobs

    Press Release – New Zealand Labour Party The Government has added another massive failure to its record. The closure will hit workers, their families, and the Hawkes Bay community hard, Labour jobs and income spokesperson Ginny Andersen said. The closure …

    Source: Business Scoop - Indeterminate
  • Published on Mar 24, 2026

    Türkiye bans pouring used oil into sinks under new rules

    The globally recognized Zero Waste Movement, spearheaded under the leadership of Emine Erdoğan, is entering a new phase aimed at curbing environmental pollution. As part of the initiative, the disposal of waste vegetable oils into household sinks will be …

    Source: Daily Sabah - Gov't Propaganda
  • Published on Mar 23, 2026

    P500M cold-storage warehouse opens in CamSur

    PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday led government officials in a ceremonial switch-on of the P500-million worth Bicol Mega Cold Storage Warehouse in Pili, Camarines Sur. Also in attendance were Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. and …

    Source: The Manila Times - Indeterminate
  • Published on Mar 18, 2026

    Vietnamese frozen, canned vegetables face Canada safeguard probe

    HCMC – Canada has initiated a safeguard investigation into certain frozen and canned vegetable products imported from Vietnam amid a spike in exports to the North American market. The Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) has launched an …

    Source: The Saigon Times - Pending
  • Published on Mar 20, 2026

    Stocks to Watch as February's PPI Data Comes in Hotter Than Expected

    As a brief overview, the Producer Price Index (PPI) is an official U.S. inflation metric that measures how much prices are changing for producers, specifically the prices domestic businesses receive for the goods and services they sell. The U.S. Bureau of …

    Source: Nasdaq - Neutral
  • Published on Mar 16, 2026

    Key Technology launches COMPASS optical sorter for vegetables

    March 12, 2026 (Key Technology release) — Key Technology (Key), a member of Duravant’s Food Sorting and Handling Group, recently introduced its COMPASS optical sorter for fresh and IQF corn, peas and green beans.  Purpose-built for vegetable processors …

    Source: Processing - Pending
  • Published on Mar 20, 2026

    'So much uncertainty': Iran war wreaking havoc in Southwestern Ontario farm belt

    Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News Southwestern Ontario, home to one of Canada's richest farm belts, is a world away from the war in Iran, but it's hitting farmers here hard. Gus Ternoey, who's on the Grain Farmers of Ontario executive, has …

    Source: Chatham This Week - Neutral
  • Published on Mar 17, 2026

    Alcohol-free beer and hummus enter UK inflation basket as spending habits shift

    Alcohol-free beer and hummus have been added to the UK inflation basket. Premium bottled lager has been removed from the list used to track prices. The ONS will also start using supermarket scanner data to improve inflation tracking. Britain’s changing …

    Source: EasternEye - Pending

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