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Fishmeal Output Slides in Early 2026 as China Demand Signals Soften
Global fishmeal production started 2026 on a weak footing, with cumulative first‑quarter output down 28% year on year and March production alone falling 38%, according to IFFO‑compiled data. The figures reflect reports from member countries accounting for around 40% of global fishmeal output and half of fish oil production.
Fish oil production also declined, though less sharply. First‑quarter output was down 12% year on year, with relative resilience in Denmark/Norway and Spain helping to limit the overall...
TGI Fridays® Doubles Down on Global Expansion
Sugarloaf TGIF Management, LLC ("Sugarloaf"), a privately held company and manager of the global TGI Fridays® brand, announced today the extension of franchise development and master franchise agreements with long-standing franchise partners Franquicias Alimentarias S.A. and Watami Co., Ltd., to expand TGI Fridays® presence throughout Peru and Japan. With agreements in place to develop over 50 new restaurants, these partnerships underscore Sugarloaf's commitment to TGI Fridays' global growth and confidence in the strength of the brand's international business.
Building on a legacy of over 60 years...
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