Month: November 2020

New Zealand

https://www.stuff.co.nz/business/farming/agribusiness/123268514/swipe-right-to-pick-fruit-could-an-app-solve-mass-seasonal-worker-shortage

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https://www.newshub.co.nz/home/rural/2020/11/horticulture-sector-left-out-in-the-cold-with-foreign-workers-unable-to-enter-new-zealand.html

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https://www.stuff.co.nz/business/farming/300148838/a-good-spring-rain-after-dry-october-marvellous-for-marlborough-farmers

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https://www.newshub.co.nz/home/rural/2020/11/ministry-investigates-threat-of-potato-dumping.html

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https://www.stuff.co.nz/business/123231686/more-waikato-farmers-wanted-to-switch-codes-from-bovine-to-ovine

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Australia

https://www.farmweekly.com.au/story/7002078/australian-wheat-is-some-of-the-cheapest/?cs=5159

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https://www.farmweekly.com.au/story/6998579/grain-survey-points-to-strong-compliance/?cs=5159

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https://www.farmweekly.com.au/story/7002044/companies-look-at-fertiliser-combinations/?cs=5153

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https://www.queenslandcountrylife.com.au/story/6998031/harvest-downgrading-fears-allayed/?cs=4714

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https://www.queenslandcountrylife.com.au/story/7000928/no-official-word-on-china-wheat-ban/?cs=4714

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South America

https://en.mercopress.com/2020/11/04/us-soybeans-being-loaded-in-louisiana-for-brazil

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https://www.producereport.com/article/unifrutti-group-acquires-oranfrizer

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https://en.mercopress.com/2020/11/03/brazil-launches-network-on-artificial-intelligence-applied-to-the-auto-industry-and-agribusiness-sectors

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https://anba.com.br/en/brf-gets-its-poultry-farming-quality-certification-renewed/

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Food Updates

https://www.farmweekly.com.au/story/6986929/tech-to-predict-peach-readiness-sweet/?cs=5161

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https://www.farmonline.com.au/story/7000512/powders-purees-deliver-nutrition-boost-reduce-wastage/?cs=4715

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Poultry: higher welfare is a crucial piece of the antibiotics puzzle

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The cure for a sweet tooth? Scientists study food preferences

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https://www.farmweekly.com.au/story/6999063/pandemic-reduces-thirst-for-beer-orders/?cs=5159

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Teff, a Specialty Grain

 For generations teff has been a staple ingredient that Ethiopians use in their meals. It was first domesticated for food production purposes more than 3,000 years ago. Fast forward to today, and the growing interest in teff beyond the borders of the East African nation is part of an increasing consumer desire for ancient grains.

Innovating with ancient grains

Consumers continue showing a great deal of interest in specialty grains, in particular the Teff grain falls under this umbrella. Ancient grains add texture, nutrition and marketing appeal to drinks, especially thicker beverages such as smoothies.

Sprouted whole grains that are finely milled deliver additional benefits of superior flavor as starches are converted to sugars, which provide a natural sweetness with no added sugars. The key is to create a blend of ancient grain flours to balance the flavor and create consistent mouthfeel.  Analyst predict a considerable growth potential for ancient grains in grain bowls, salad kits and prepared meals in general.

Difference Between Whole Grain and Whole Wheat

With so many products on the market and deceptive marketing, you may wonder whether you should buy whole grain or whole wheat products. The main difference between whole grain and whole wheat is the type of grain being used.

Both whole grain and whole wheat products contain all three components of a grain kernel, also known as a caryopsis. These include:

• This is the fibrous outer layer of the kernel that’s rich in B vitamins and other minerals.
• This reproductive part of the kernel is rich in a variety of nutrients, such as healthy fats, vitamin E, B vitamins, and antioxidants.
• The largest component of the grain kernel consists of starchy carbs. In most cases, white flours are mostly composed of the endosperm.

Both whole grain and whole wheat contain all three parts of the grain kernel — the bran, endosperm, and germ. However, whole wheat exclusively refers to wheat kernels, while whole grain includes other grains, such as barley, corn, and rye.

Revealing healthier food options

Professional bakers are unveiling a new sourdough assortment with a focus on nutritional values. The loaves have taken on a new form, using ancient methods and science to adapt, , with prolonged fermentation times. One of the most interesting is the Gluten-free Sourdough – its gluten-free variant is made with wild yeast, brown teff, brown rice and chickpea flour.

If there were a prize for the healthiest breakfast, humble porridge would win. However New porridges claiming greater health benefits and containing different grains or ‘souped-up’ oats are appearing on supermarket shelves. This is made with Teff, which has a natural nutty flavour, is high in resistant starch, which helps to feed good gut bacteria that influence everything from bowel regularity to immunity and mood.

Even the good, old fashioned brownie falls squarely in this category, it continues to evolve and endure. Flour is the most important ingredient when making this delicious snack. Using whole grain teff flour, these brownies are moist and chewy with a subtly herbaceous taste.

Gluten-free and Vegetarian-friendly grains

Teff is a healthy option thanks to its naturally low fat and salt content – instead, it’s a great source of protein and fibre, both of which are key.

The gluten-free diet is a hot topic among runners, with many experimenting with the diet at one point in their careers. As more people get diagnosed with celiac disease, more gluten-free products become available. However, instead of removing Gluten from your diet, check out whole grains such as teff,….. – There are lots of grains that are gluten-free.

Even though it may seem like skipping meat products would leave vegetarians lacking for protein, there really are quite a number of alternative protein sources out there. Ancient grains are higher in protein than common grains, therefore make a perfect replacement for meats much needed proteins.

Plant-based protein investments

Big Idea Ventures is a hybrid venture firm: launched the New Protein Fund, which at the time was the first and largest fund for plant-based protein investments. Chosen participants receive a $125,000 investment and, over the course of five months, work with mentors, advisors, and potential investors. Among last year’s pick of companies was Wild For, which launched healthy snacks made from ancient grain teff.

Tradelink International has close monitoring of every stage of our production process from cultivation to processing and even up to final delivery. Packaging is usually specified by the customer, although our most common method is 1000kg tote bags. Please email us at sales@tradelinksa.com if you would like more information!

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Customer demand for plant-based protein is rapidly growing around the world, health enthusiasts searching for foods and beverages made with real ingredients that are familiar, trusted, sustainably sourced and authentic.

 Our Canadian Quinoa is grown on the breathtaking prairies using selective breeding, the natural way and is available in reliable abundance. Our producers have invested more than two decades of research to develop proprietary, high-yielding, non-GMO varietals of quinoa which can be traced from farm to fork.

 The global quinoa seeds market is expected to register an annual growth rate of over 5% from 2020-2025, with USA accounting for more than 70% of the market.

We can also offer high-value quinoa flours, a non-GMO plant-based protein ingredient, which has already reached more than 120 countries worldwide.

Check out the beautiful fields below.

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KANIWA

Kaniwa is a grain from a species of goosefoot, closely related to quinoa, native to the Andean region.  It is a small black or brown seed with a diameter from 0.5 to 1.5mm.  It has a sweet nutty taste and can be milled to make a flour, which can be used in making bread, pastry, noodles, sweets, pastry, and in baby food.  It is rich in calories and protein and has a high nutritional value, with similar properties to quinoa.  Kaniwa is a pseudo-cereal crop that grows well at high altitudes, where millet and quinoa do not grow, and is grown in South America.  It is a good source of protein, iron, calcium, and phenolic antioxidants, beneficial for heart health.

With foodies around the world touting the flavors and textures of whole grains, many of us may feel perplexed when it comes to choosing our grains. It can be even more confusing when we add grain types such as “gluten free,” “whole grain” or “multi-grain.” To help understand the wide-range of benefits from whole grain foods, below we are discussing the some interesting facts on the most important grains.

QUINOA

Quinoa grain is the edible seed of a flowering plant in the amaranth family. The seeds are about 2mm in diameter and vary in color from red to white or black, depending on the cultivar.  It’s highly nutritious, with almost double the fiber content of other grains. This seed has a low glycemic index and is high in protein, making it a great option for those looking to reduce their carbohydrate intake.

Raw, uncooked quinoa is 13% water, 64% carbohydrates, 14% protein, and 6% fat.  Quinoa grains are gluten free and easy to use, needing less cooking time than other similar grains. They can used served in salads, soups, cereals, as a thickener, and in gluten free bread.

CHIA SEEDS

Chia seeds are the edible seeds of a flowering plant in the sage family, native to Mexico. Chia seeds are oval, flat, and gray with black and white spots, having a diameter around 1-2mm. These seeds are hydrophilic, absorbing up to 12 times their weight in liquid when soaked and developing a coating that gives chia-based foods and beverages distinctive gel texture.

Chia seeds are non-GMO and naturally free of gluten, as well as having a low carb content, they contain 40% fiber – making them one of the best sources of fiber in the world and they are also high in quality protein. Chia is part of a staple diet for several South American countries, including Argentina, Bolivia, and Mexico, normally used in nutritious drinks and food.

KANIWA

Kaniwa is a grain from a species of goosefoot, closely related to quinoa, native to the Andean region.  It is a small black or brown seed with a diameter from 0.5 to 1.5mm.  It has a sweet nutty taste and can be milled to make a flour, which can be used in making bread, pastry, noodles, sweets, pastry, and in baby food.

It is rich in calories and protein and has a high nutritional value, with similar properties to quinoa.  Kaniwa is a pseudo-cereal crop that grows well at high altitudes, where millet and quinoa do not grow, and is grown in South America.  It is a good source of protein, iron, calcium, and phenolic antioxidants, beneficial for heart health.

TEFF

Teff is an annual grass, native to the Horn of Africa, cultivated for its edible seeds. Teff seeds are tiny, less than 1mm in diameter, and one thousand grains weigh less than 0.3g.  It is an especially important cereal crop to this day in Ethiopia and Eritrea, the plant being harvested both for its seed and also for the grass for feed for cattle.

Teff seeds are rich in fiber, manganese, slow-digesting carbs, resistant starches and have a relatively low glycemic index.  It is used as the main ingredient for injera, eaten with ground pulses or meat, as porridge, or in alcoholic drinks or beer, and also in baby food. It is gluten free and has been developed for use as a baking flour and for pasta.

AMARANTH

Amaranth seeds are an ancient grain, used by the Aztecs and other ancient cultures.  They are harvested from the amaranth plant, which is classified as a pseudocereal.  Amaranth seed is available widely in health shops, being processed as popped, ground, and flaked, to be used in cereals, snacks, energy bars, in traditional dishes, and in baking.

The grains can also be extruded to form amaranth flour and oil, which is a pressed seed oil used commercially.   Amaranth is a nutritious, gluten-free grain that provides plenty of fiber, protein, and micronutrients. It has also been associated with several health benefits, including reduced inflammation, lower cholesterol levels and increased weight loss.

FREEKEH

Freekeh is a cereal grain derived from green durum wheat that is roasted and rubbed to create its flavor.  The wheat is harvested while it is still green, then piled and dried in the sun, burned to get rid of the straw and chaff, and then threshed and sun-dried.  Finally, the seeds are cracked into smaller pieces.

Green wheat Freekeh is 100% natural – no preservatives, additives or pesticides are ever used. Freekeh is high in fiber. It contains prebiotics that help to nourish the beneficial bacteria that live in the gut. It also has a high calcium, zinc and iron content.  It is free of saturated fat, cholesterol, and sodium. This ancient grain is an excellent source of manganese, providing 70% of your recommended daily amount.

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Chia Market Overview

The popularity of plant-based diets has created huge demand for the oil-rich seeds. It is well known that their nutritional profile and versatility has led to them being dubbed a superfood. Between 50,000 and 60,000 tons are consumed globally, of which 20,000 comes from Paraguay.

Paraguay is the worlds leading producer and exporter of chia worldwide, surpassing Mexico, Argentina and Bolivia. Last year over 48 million dollars came into this country, with over 21,000 tons being exported to over 50 countries.

This season farmers have had a super harvest and production, and can envision a steady growth in surface area, quality and market.

Argentina seeks to grow globally with its organic products as there is a growing demand for healthy food during and post coronavirus. Organic production in this region is increasingly important in the international markets and companies are now targeting Chinese consumers.

Argentine organic production has the highest quality levels, equivalent to those of the European Union, Japan and Switzerland, and with 3.2 million certified hectares, it ranks second in the world ranking.

Bolivia’s winter chia harvest is complete, however the area sowed decreased by 19,000 hectares, 24% less than last winter cycle. This is due to the paralysis of economic activities which impacted due to Covid-19.  The restriction of the movement of people and the operation of businesses have generated a drastic decrease in demand.

The Bolivian Government guaranteed the agri-food chain through the decrees issued so that the sector continues to work and there is no shortage of food. However, he warned that a drop of between 12 and 15% is expected in the production of the winter harvest and the summer harvest of 2021.

Global Market Forecast

The Global Chia Seed Market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.7 % during the forecast period (2020-2027). Europe is one of the major importers of chia seeds, with Paraguay, Bolivia, Peru, Argentina, and Mexico are some of the major suppliers.

Opportunities that drive the growth of the Chia Seeds market

• Growing demand for vegan foods,
• Changing lifestyles of people
• Increasing health consciousness
• Shift from junk food to healthy snacks
• Wider use in multiple industries like cosmetic and pharmaceuticals

Tradelinks Sustainable Supply

You can see some photos of our chia fields back in May this year here! We are fully aware that our customers need to have full assurance that their suppliers will supply the products as specified, and meet the quality standards required worldwide. TradeLink International guarantees full traceability of its products entirely complying with the customers’ demands. Depending on the product and the region, most of the products are covered by BRC certification, ISO certification, HACCP principles, USDA, CERES and SGS.

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New Zealand

https://www.newshub.co.nz/home/rural/2020/11/lifting-disease-control-to-another-level-growers-set-to-benefit-from-new-fungicide.html

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https://www.stuff.co.nz/business/123203930/horticulture-work-really-hard-at-first-but-theres-decent-money-to-be-made

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https://www.stuff.co.nz/environment/123234257/running-out-of-water-wairarapa-communities-scrambling-to-bolster-their-future-supply

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https://www.newshub.co.nz/home/rural/2020/10/china-has-vowed-to-cut-its-reliance-on-foreign-food-imports-what-could-that-mean-for-nz-agricultural-exports.html

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https://www.interest.co.nz/rural-news/107749/angus-kebbell-explores-how-drones-can-be-used-farms-not-only-do-difficult-existing

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Australia

https://www.farmweekly.com.au/story/6988947/national-barley-production-lifts-23pc/?cs=5159

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https://www.farmweekly.com.au/story/6987761/new-recruit-will-boost-wheat-breeding-at-intergrain/?cs=5159

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https://www.queenslandcountrylife.com.au/story/6994851/sorghum-plantings-advance-after-rain/?cs=4714

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https://www.queenslandcountrylife.com.au/story/6985404/smart-tags-set-to-deliver-increased-profitability/?cs=4846

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https://www.queenslandcountrylife.com.au/story/6991875/how-to-breed-cattle-tough-on-the-outside-tender-on-the-inside/?cs=5195

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South America

https://en.mercopress.com/2020/10/30/drought-impacts-on-argentine-corn-planting-and-overall-production-and-exports

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https://en.mercopress.com/2020/10/31/brazil-purchasing-soybeans-from-the-united-states-for-the-domestic-market

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https://www.producereport.com/article/seasons-first-batch-chilean-cherries-arrives-shanghai

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https://www.agweek.com/business/agriculture/6736669-Argentina-becomes-first-country-to-approve-GMO-wheat

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Food Updates

https://www.farmweekly.com.au/story/6990367/citrus-traced-using-latest-blockchain-technology/?cs=5161

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https://www.farmweekly.com.au/story/6986310/hass-the-delroy-family-created-the-perfect-avocado/?cs=5161

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https://www.supermarketperimeter.com/articles/5809-cows-are-critical-for-climate-change

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https://www.farmonline.com.au/story/6992052/starting-an-australian-cheese-revolution-in-regional-victoria/?cs=14138

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Free-from becomes popular choice in UK

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