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FOOD PROCESSING

ALLTECH AND EMIRATES FOOD INDUSTRIES EMBARK ON

PLANET OF PLENTY™ PARTNERSHIP IN THE MIDDLE EAST

As a global leader in animal nutrition and “The solidification of many years of col- Moreover, this initiative takes place prior
sustainable ag solutions, Alltech is proud laboration with Emirates Food Industries in to COP28, the 28th Conference of the
to partner with companies that share its a Planet of Plenty Partnership represents Parties to the United Nations Framework
commitment to Working Together for a the goals of the wider global Alltech fam- Convention on Climate Change. COP28,
Planet of Plenty™. Alltech announced this ily,” said Paul McVeigh, regional manager which is set to take place in Dubai at the
week that it is partnering with National of Alltech Middle East. “This partnership end of the year, will bring together leaders,
Dairy Farm and Masakin Dairy Farm, two illustrates what is possible in the Middle policymakers and experts from around the
prominent companies owned by Emirates East region when companies join forces world to discuss and formulate strategies
Food Industries (EFI), to bring leading-edge toward a single goal, and we are dedicated to combat climate change.
carbon footprint benchmarking and meth- to supporting them with the best available The groundbreaking efforts of National
ane-reducing technologies to the Middle nutritional technologies to achieve more and Masakin, in partnership with Alltech,
East. milk while reducing their environmental will undoubtedly serve as a shining exam-
National and Masakin are known for footprint.” ple of corporate responsibility and climate
their flagship milk brand, Hayatna, which action during the COP28 discussions. By
has garnered widespread acclaim for its taking proactive steps to reduce their
quality and freshness. Now, the two dairy carbon footprint and adopting sustaina-
giants are expanding their commitment ble practices, the dairy industry in the UAE
to sustainability by embarking on a trans- will play a significant role in advancing the
formative journey to measure and miti- country's commitment to achieving the
gate their carbon footprints. With growing targets outlined in the Paris Agreement.
concerns about climate change, companies Alltech believes that agriculture has the
worldwide are under increasing pressure to greatest potential to positively shape the
adopt eco-conscious practices. As industry future of our planet. That’s why it is unit-
leaders, National and Masakin recognize National and Masakin commitment to ing the agri-food community in Working
the importance of curbing greenhouse gas sustainability reflects EFI's broader vision Together for a Planet of Plenty — a world
emissions and setting new sustainability of embracing greener practices throughout where a collaborative and innovative agri-
benchmarks. the value chain. By fostering innovation food community can provide proper nutri-
Through this Planet of Plenty partner- and implementing eco-friendly initiatives, tion for all, revitalize local economies and
ship, National and Masakin will have access the companies aim to pave the way for replenish the planet’s natural resources.
to a range of carbon footprint benchmark- a more sustainable dairy industry in the Driven by this purpose, Alltech partners
ing technologies available through Alltech Middle East. with like-minded companies, such as EFI,
E-CO2, which will provide precise meas- Becoming an official Planet of Plenty to solve high-impact issues; develops
urements of their environmental impact, partner underscores National and Masakin’s nutritional and digital technologies, im-
enabling them to make data-driven deci- dedication to environmental stewardship proved farm management practices and
sions and set ambitious targets for reducing and sets a precedent for other dairy en- innovations in animal well-being and human
their carbon footprints. The dairies will also terprises. This landmark initiative reaffirms health; invests in the development of the
utilize nutritional technologies from Alltech their position as leaders in the dairy sector next generation of agri-food leadership;
that help lower methane emissions and and elevates the Hayatna brand to new and shares the sustainable power of science
enhance farm profitability by increasing heights as a symbol of premium quality, in agri-food through stories and videos on
feed efficiency and milk production. sustainable practices and conscious con- its Planet of Plenty™ website and through
sumer choice. its social media channels.

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BRAZILIAN EXPORTS TO ARAB COUNTRIES

CLIMB 8% TO USD 10.61 BILLION

The Arab Brazilian Chamber of Commerce an increase in the Brazilian exports, which
(ABCC) recorded a surge of 8 per cent in amounted to USD 157.78 million during
Brazilian exports to the Arab world during the first seven months of 2023, while the
the first seven months of 2023, totalling exports to Egypt totalled to USD 1.163
to USD 10.61 billion, compared to USD Billion in the same period. The exports to
9.825 Billion in the same period in 2022. the United Arab Emirates (UAE) amounted
Brazilian exports to the Saudi Arabia to USD 1.646 billion. ellery, coffee, tea and spices were the top
totalled to USD 1.873 billion in the first ABCC reports stated that poultry and exported products to the Arab nations.
seven months of 2023, while exports to bovine animal meat, ores, slag, sugars, Osmar Chohfi, President of ABCC
Qatar stood at USD 155.91 million during cereals, oil seeds and soya beans, natural said: “The Arab Brazilian chamber of
the same period. Kuwait also witnessed or cultured pearls, precious metals, jew- Commerce (ABCC) plays an essential role

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