Topic: Food & Agriculture — Neutral reports only
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[2026-02-03 15:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Global appetites for green tea and beef outweighed trade barriers, pushing farm, fish and forest exports to a record US$11 billion in 2025
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[2026-02-03 08:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Central Asian rivers shape Eurasian trade flows, affect global food markets and contribute to geopolitical instability across the region
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[2026-02-02 20:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: From a Korean-style cafe to a Japanese toast joint and new branches of cult favourites, there’s a lot to excite coffee lovers this month
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[2026-02-02 06:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Here in Sri Lanka people living in all over the country but there is a huge difference between the areas / districts where people settled down naturally by themselves with the time being and the areas / districts where people had been `settled’ by previous regimes time to time in `colonisation schemes’ with the intention of developing agriculture sector.
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[2026-02-02 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Hayleys Agriculture Holdings Limited reaffirmed its commitment to transforming the Sri Lankan agriculture industry at the Jaffna International Trade Fair 2026, which was held from January 23-25, at the Muttraweli Grounds in Jaffna.
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[2026-02-02 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Petro Packaging, a pioneer in the paper-based packaging industry affiliated to the Petform group of companies, was recently awarded three international quality certifications for its food safety packaging.
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[2026-02-02 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Industry stalwarts such as Gree stress cultural integration and warn against exporting insular enclaves – in other words, leave the personal chef behind
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[2026-02-01 15:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: From Michelin-starred dining to vibey Spanish tapas and Italian fare, here are some of the best restaurants to visit this Valentine’s Day
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[2026-01-31 15:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
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[2026-01-31 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Ukiha no Takara, or Ukiha’s Treasure, in Fukuoka draws on cooking, hospitality and fashion skills accumulated over decades
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[2026-01-31 11:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: 36-year-old Li Xia operates a high-tech farm in southwestern China with just one finger and one toe, using sensors, cameras and a computer
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[2026-01-31 03:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: En Côte d'Ivoire, l’ancien député malien Mahamadou Hawa Gassama écope de trois ans de prison pour des faits d'offense au chef de l’État ivoirien, Alassane Ouattara, et d’outrage par voie électronique, concernant des propos tenus sur les réseaux sociaux.
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[2026-01-31 03:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video
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[2026-01-31 01:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: En Iran, le chef du pouvoir judiciaire prévient les Européens : ils "subiront les conséquences", menace-t-il, de leur décision "insensée" de considérer les Gardiens de la révolution comme "organisation terroriste". Cette décision, annoncée hier [29.01.26], est qualifiée d'"action hostile" de la part de l'Union européenne et "ne restera pas sans réponse".
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[2026-01-30 15:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: New openings include the new branch of a Korean pizza chain, a Japanese gelato joint, a borsch specialist and two French restaurants
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[2026-01-30 14:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Hayleys Agriculture Holdings Limited reaffirmed its commitment to transforming the Sri Lankan agriculture industry at the Jaffna International Trade Fair 2026, which was held from January 23-25, at the Muttraweli Grounds in Jaffna.
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[2026-01-30 12:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Parents fret over ‘Gangnam formula’, a brand associated with wealthy families, after French firm Danone recalled it over toxin fears
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[2026-01-30 06:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that food safety practices should not be confined merely to the school curriculum, but should be nurtured as an integral part of a child’s attitudes and behavioural patterns.
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[2026-01-30 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Both Sri Lanka and Pakistan agreed in principle to establish a Joint Working Group on IT and telecommunications, cooperate in emerging technologies, and support each other in International Digital and Telecommunications Fora, at the 13th Session of the Sri Lanka-Pakistan Joint Economic Commission (JEC) held on Tuesday in Colombo, reaffirming the strong and longstanding bilateral relations between the Sri Lanka and Pakistan.
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[2026-01-30 00:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: Les ministres des Affaires étrangères de l'Union européenne sont tombés d'accord ce jeudi 29 janvier pour désigner les Gardiens de la révolution iranienne comme une "organisation terroriste", après la répression sanglante des manifestations en Iran.Une "erreur stratégique majeure", selon le chef de la diplomatie iranienne, Abbas Araghchi. Par ailleurs, le chef de l'armée iranienne, le général Amir Hatami, s'est dit prêt à une "riposte écrasante" face aux menaces d'intervention américaine.Sur son ordre, les régiments de combat iraniens ont été dotés
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[2026-01-29 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Sustainability pioneer Peggy Chan talks about her mission and what winning the Champions of Change award means for her and the industry
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[2026-01-29 13:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Annual General Meeting of Ithihaad Ahlissunnathi was successfully held on Sunday, 18th January 2026, at Acropol Restaurant, Colombo 03, followed by the launch of the book “Light of the Faith: A Series of Ahlu-Sunnah Lectures (in Tamil)”, compiled by the association.
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[2026-01-29 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Second-generation boss of 34-year-old eatery says closure not due to financial strain but that he wants to join and improve food supply sector
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[2026-01-29 10:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: With its affordable soft serve and boba, bubble tea megachain Mixue has opened its first US store opposite Hollywood’s Walk of Fame
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[2026-01-29 06:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Special Assistant to the Prime Minister of Pakistan on Industries and Manufacturing, Haroon Akhtar Khan, arrived in Sri Lanka on Tuesday evening. He was received by Trade, Commerce and Food Security Deputy Minister R.M. Jayewardene at the Bandaranaike International Airport. Khan was in Sri Lanka to participate in the Thirteenth Session and Eighth Secretary-level Discussions of the Pakistan–Sri Lanka Joint Economic Commission (JEC) held yesterday (28).
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[2026-01-28 22:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Food safety practices should not be limited to the classroom, but must become an integral part of children’s attitudes and daily behaviours, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said today(28).
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[2026-01-28 16:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Food safety officers inspected bakery outlet and factory but found no irregularities
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[2026-01-28 15:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Marco Campanella of 2-Michelin-star La Brezza and Green Star winner Piero Roncoroni advise on everything from picking produce to plating
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[2026-01-28 15:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Take a long lunch at Associazione Chianti, head to The Hari for a Japanese brunch, and pick up staples at Mandarin Oriental’s LMO Freshly Baked
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[2026-01-28 13:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Deacons law firm, a major supporter of Operation Santa Claus, lends a hand to Farm the City, a charity promoting urban farming and food security for the elderly
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[2026-01-28 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Cult Korean brand Hetras and Japanese noodle shop Tsukemen Gyorai open their first Hong Kong outposts, and Matchali adds another location
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[2026-01-28 07:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka is set to make a remarkable presence at Gulfood 2026, one of the world’s largest and most prestigious food and beverage exhibitions, organized by the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (SLEDB). With its participation, the island nation aims to showcase its rich food ingredients, premium-quality products, and dynamic export potential on a truly global stage.
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[2026-01-28 06:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Colombo Academy of Hospitality Management (Pvt) Ltd. (CAHM), one of Sri Lanka’s leading private hospitality and culinary training institute located at the SLIIT main Campus Malabe, has launched the CAHM7-Star Junior Chef Competition – Season 01.
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[2026-01-28 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: ITC Ratnadipa, Colombo will host ‘Heir to the Flame’ as part of its acclaimed Apprentice Series, welcoming Chef J.P. Singh of Bukhara, ITC Maurya, to join his son, Chef Naivedya Singh, Senior Sous Chef of Peshawri at ITC Ratnadipa, in presenting the living legacy of North Indian frontier cuisine from January 23 to February 1, at Peshawri.
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[2026-01-28 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Known by many different names across northern India, makhan malai is made from hand-churning milk and cream into an airy froth
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[2026-01-27 21:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: Pomimo krytyki ze strony prezydenta USA Donalda Trumpa, państwa europejskie planują masową rozbudowę morskiej energetyki wiatrowej na Morzu Północnym. – Naszym celem jest stworzenie największego na świecie centrum energetycznego – powiedziała ministra gospodarki Niemiec Katherina Reiche w poniedziałek, 26 stycznia, podczas trzeciego Szczytu Morza Północnego w Hamburgu.
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[2026-01-27 17:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Agriculture and Livestock Deputy Minister Namal Karunaratne has announced that funds have been allocated this year for the construction of nearly 1,000 kilometers of elephant fences to enhance wildlife management and reduce human-elephant conflicts.
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[2026-01-27 15:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: From oysters and mussels to superfood seaweed, Sweden’s west coast is a treasure trove of ‘blue food’ – sustainable aquatic produce
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[2026-01-27 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Pussalla Meat Producers Pvt LTD has reached a historic milestone in the nation’s food safety landscape, becoming the first organization in Sri Lanka’s livestock sector to receive formal accreditation for its microbiology laboratory.
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[2026-01-27 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Salam Ramadan 2026, Sri Lanka’s foremost Muslim Food and Cultural festival, will be held at Green Path (Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha) on February 27 and 28, and March 01, 2026, starting from 5:00 p.m. till midnight.
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[2026-01-27 03:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Food and Environmental Hygiene Department has been closely monitoring and taking enforcement actions against hawkers around Kai Tak Station Square
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[2026-01-26 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Slim figure seeking 26-year-old runs 10 km a day, cuts food intake, does high-intensity workouts; sheds 15kg in 2 months
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[2026-01-25 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Communist Party mouthpiece says it’s worrying that online posts can create a crisis for a long-standing business
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[2026-01-25 14:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Centre for Food Safety says Swiss food giant has recalled 96,000 tins of products due to potential contamination caused by bacteria in ingredients
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[2026-01-24 19:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Guinness continues to grow in popularity, boosted by TikTok and Netflix’s House of Guinness. Now other dark beers are riding on its success
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[2026-01-24 15:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Kathy and Peter Fang’s cookbook is full of recipes of House of Nanking’s most popular dishes and others from Kathy’s childhood
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[2026-01-24 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: A suicide bombing at a restaurant in Kabul is just the latest sign of how Chinese citizens can become caught up in the region’s instability
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[2026-01-24 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: SBS News
Snippet: Dr Debashish Mazumder is one of many working against food fraud in Australia. Source: SBS / Spencer Austad
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[2026-01-24 05:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: Le commandant en chef de l'armée, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, fils du président Yoweri Museveni, s'est félicité, vendredi (23.01), de la mort de 30 membres de l'opposition et de l'arrestation de 2 000 de leurs partisans. L'Union européenne, quant à elle, a déploré les violences qui ont émaillé le processus électoral.
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[2026-01-23 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Domestic varieties claiming bigger market shares for key crops and livestock, curbing reliance on foreign sources for vital food production
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