Cover story
Free trade pioneer New Zealand is campaigning for countries around the world to open their borders to more Kiwi beef and lamb.

Country file
Australia had a record-breaking year for exports in 2001. But problems in Japan and the US mean the outlook in 2002 is much less certain.

Further processing
Further processed poultry products have never been so popular around the world. Poultry is versatile, but processors need to know how to maximise its properties.

Country focus
Red meat sales in Australia are receiving a boost from value-added convenience foods. Success at home is being accompanied by a growing export trade in the products.

Food safety
Micro-organisms might not like freezing conditions, but many survive the process. Find out what actions are needed to minimise the food safety risk
 
July 3, 2002