Functional beer: The next wave in craft brewing innovation
From low-carb to probiotics, craft beers are going all out to create novel, functional options and attract a whole new set of conscious consumers
Markets & trends
Trend Tracker: Salt-free condiments, Mars Wrigley Gen Z focus and more
Salt-free condiments, Mars Wrigley Gen Z focus and more feature in this edition of Trend Tracker
Local solutions key to safer, sustainable seafood in Asia
Asia’s seafood sector must adapt safety and sustainability measures to diverse local markets, say experts
What’s next for chocolate? Key trends shaping a $184bn market
Chocolate is changing fast - premium indulgence, health-driven treats, and even cocoa-free innovations are rewriting the rulebook
ASEAN Focus: Malaysia-US trade, Indonesia halal policy and more
Malaysia-US trade, Indonesia halal policy and more feature in this edition of ASEAN Focus
Kaya Rebel: Singapore brand bucks tradition with healthier fusion coconut jams
Kaya Rebel, a Singapore start-up, makes lower-sugar, higher-protein coconut jams infused with global flavours as it eyes growth in tourism retail
Kaohsiung Food Show 2025
Popping bobas: A cleaner spin on Taiwan’s global sensation
Taiwan’s Tachiz is reimagining the world-famous boba – from fruity to savoury fillings – to deliver indulgent yet healthier options for food and drink makers
Kaohsiung Food Show 2025
Sparkling green tea: Taiwanese creation meets demand for zero alcohol
Kaohsiung-based tea firm reimagines green tea into a fizzy beverage as health-conscious consumers seek weight-friendly and zero-alcohol options
AI-powered, human-led kitchens redefine RTE vending in Asia
Singapore’s first AI vending machines cooking ready-to-eat (RTE) meals on demand, 24/7 are targeting global growth
UPFs surge unevenly across global markets - where’s next?
Ultra-processed diets aren’t equally dominant worldwide - but in some countries, they’re rising fast
Middle East Focus: Food sector AI, coconut nectar, trout and more
Food sector AI, coconut nectar, trout and more feature in this edition of Middle East Focus
Postcard from Sydney: Lamingtons, loaves & legends
Sydney’s bakeries aren’t just baking – they’re performing. From sky-high lamingtons to cult sourdough, this city’s pastry scene blends precision, play and viral energy in every bite
Sustainability Snippets: Ajinomoto goals, Japan pricing and more
Ajinomoto goals, Japan pricing and more feature in this edition of Sustainability Snippets
Gen Z & wellness in the digital age: How Mars Wrigley plans SEA growth
Gen Z’s focus on wellness and digital culture drives Mars Wrigley’s South East Asian strategy in snacking, oral care and mental wellbeing
North India UPF consumption nearly twice that of South India
Consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) across South Asia varies significantly depending on location, age, gender, and socioeconomic status, according to new findings.
5 trends powering sustainable ingredient innovation
As sustainable ingredients gain traction, we explore the trends driving their development
Cocoa-free chocolate: Key consumer insights for manufacturers
Cocoa-free chocolate is reshaping the confectionery landscape. But will consumers buy in?
Vietnam’s Vinh Hoan meets convenience and wellness needs with pangasius
Vietnam’s Vinh Hoan is maximising pangasius fish commercial potential with a circular model supporting convenient nutrition and supplement innovation
Big name brands on board: Check out the first wave of speakers for our Growth Asia Summit 2026
Today we can announce the first wave of speakers for our Growth Asia Summit 2026, with major brands from Japan, India, New Zealand, Malaysia, Hong Kong and France on the agenda.
聚焦中国：中国更新有机认证新规、雀巢亚太市场战略与老龄化市场洞察
从中国收紧有机标准，到雀巢重拾增长目标，再到功能性成分需求升温，本期将解读塑造亚太地区食品趋势的关键变革
China Focus: China’s new organic rules, Nestlé’s APAC focus, and ageing insights
From China’s stricter organic rules to Nestlé’s renewed growth goals and rising interest in functional ingredients – we unpack key shifts shaping the region’s food trends
政策精读：盐税、中国有机标准、FSSAI 等
本期聚焦盐税、中国有机标准、FSSAI 等精彩内容
聚焦中东：Brooklyn Creamery 冷链、韩国出口等动态
本期将聚焦 Brooklyn Creamery 冷链、韩国出口等精彩内容
替代蛋白质观察：贝勒、利乐、百事等企业动态
本期聚焦贝勒、利乐、百事等企业最新动向
聚焦印度：阿育吠陀法规与政策动态等
本期聚焦阿育吠陀法规与政策动态等精彩内容
Science Shorts: Precision fermentation, AI in UAE food and more
Precision fermentation, AI in UAE food and more feature in this edition of Science Shorts
What’s holding back alt-protein’s growth and how to fix it
We explore four key strategies to increase the appeal of alternative proteins
McCormick: Spicy flavours in Asia need harmony, not intensity
Spice is a leading savoury flavour trend in Asia – but innovation here requires much more than just cranking up the heat, according to McCormick
5 ways algae could transform the future of food and drink
Consumers are warming to algae. Are we onto the next big thing in sustainable food and drink?
Nutri-Score ‘most effective’ nutrition label for Saudi consumers
Nutri-Score has outperformed other internationally recognised labelling systems in a Saudi context, a new study has confirmed
Flavor forecast 2026: What will consumers want in the new year?
Flavor houses are predicting what will drive success for F&B brand in 2026, including authenticity, artistry and immersion
ジャパン フォーカス：処理水の最新動向、食料安全保障、GABA米
今回のJapan Focusは、日本の核処理水の最新動向、食料安全保障強化に向けた取り組み、メンタルウエルネスに役立つGABA米などについて掘り下げます。
Japan Focus: Nuclear wastewater updates, food security, GABA rice, and more
This edition delves into the latest on Japan’s nuclear wastewater developments, steps to enhancing food security, GABA rice for mental wellness, and more.
ホット ライトナウ：Hennessy x Jackson Wangコラボ、業界トップ5トレンド
今回のHot Right Nowでは、Hennessy と Jackson Wangのコラボによる製品プロモーション、業界トップ5トレンドなどを取り上げています。
中東フォーカス：Brooklyn Creameryのコールドチェーン、韓国の輸出
今回のMiddle East Focusでは、Brooklyn Creameryのコールドチェーン躍進、韓国の 中東向け輸出などを特集しています。
ブラン ニュー：Bel Group、PepsiCo、Master Kong
今回のBrand Newは Bel Group、PepsiCo、Master Kongなどの動向を取り上げました。
スタートアップ スポットライト：PepsiCo accelerator、高麗人参のイノベーション
今回のStart-up Spotlightは、PepsiCo accelerator、高麗人参のイノベーションなどを 取り上げています。
Healthier Choices: GABA rice, mood candies, gut supergrain and more
GABA rice, mood candies, gut supergrain and more feature in this edition of Healthier Choices
World’s biggest chocolate supplier makes move away from cocoa
Barry Callebaut explores cocoa alternatives amid rising costs and climate pressure
What it takes to build better-for-you brands in Asia
Asia holds vast growth potential for health-focused brands – but capturing it demands a balancing act between quality, affordability, and consumer trust
Our top 10 most-read food and beverage industry stories from Oct 2025
Check out our top 10 most-read food and beverage industry stories from October 2025, including Hennessy celebrity collab, Fi Asia top trends, important functional ingredients in Asia and more
Protein, please: NPD with real muscle
Protein’s still flexing hard, but it’s left the gym and hit the grocery aisle
Alt Protein Watch: Updates from Bel, Tetra Pak, PepsiCo and more
Updates from Bel, Tetra Pak, PepsiCo and more feature in this edition of Alt Protein Watch
GROWTH ASIA SUMMIT 2025
Ageing Asia: 3 expert food and nutrition takeaways for industry action
Experts at the Growth Asia Summit share 3 key insights to help food and nutrition firms tap into Asia’s burgeoning healthy ageing market
Beyond clean labels: Japan firm taps 75 wellness ingredients for growth
Japan’s Functional Food Creation Research Institute prioritises health benefits over clean-label claims with its fermented 75-botanical plant extract
Japan’s Sankyo Foods to launch GABA rice blends for mental wellness
Japan’s Sankyo Foods introduces a microwavable GABA sprouted brown rice range, blending traditional staples for better texture and nutrition
Hot Right Now: Hennessy-Jackson Wang collab, 5 top industry trends and more
Hennessy-Jackson Wang collab, 5 top industry trends and more feature in this edition of Hot Right Now
5 functional beauty drinks driving innovation
The trend for functional beauty drinks doesn’t seem to be waning anytime soon. Take a look at five of the latest innovations in this space.
Food and drink split on sustainability progress, exclusive survey reveals
Looking back at our Sustainable September initiative, where does the food and drink industry thrive and fall?
UAE food sector embracing AI, cloud tech to drive efficiency
AI and cloud tech are transforming the UAE food industry amid government initiatives to modernise operations, reduce costs, and enhance supply chain efficiency