Who is primed to tap into growing consumer coffee interest in China?
Although China’s coffee consumption may amount to around only five cups of coffee per person each year, the country is fast becoming a market to watch
Asian tastes
Leaf-powered protein: Leaft blazes new trail in APAC with Lacto Japan
Exclusive: New Zealand-based Leaft Foods partners with Lacto Japan to bring its leaf protein into staple categories such as bakery and dairy foods
Food for the soul: Why emotion and experience shape branding in Asia
Emotional and sensory experiences are reshaping how Asian consumers choose food, creating new opportunities for brands to stand out
Silkworm protein firm targets ASEAN, EU expansion
Japan’s Morus plans ASEAN and EU expansions for its silkworm protein powder, backed by new funding and growing functional food demand
Japan’s Ladder Inc taps Dagashi trend with US snack box launch
Nostalgic Japanese snack dagashi anchor firm Ladder Inc is pushing into the US snack box market
Asahi bets on alcohol-led growth in 2025 despite H1 profits decline
Asahi is confident that positive alcohol trends will drive profitability for it this year, and has revised its full-year profit forecast upwards despite a half-year dip
Bean-Free coffee brand Prefer adds ice cream, chocolate ranges
Singapore’s bean-free coffee pioneer Prefer expands into ice cream and chocolate, offering new plant-based treats powered by food tech innovation
Safety and nutrition: Boosting the appeal of upcycled foods
Food tech firm Mottainai made its soy-based meat with public health in mind – a tenet that guides its food safety and nutrition policy to build consumer trust
Vietnam’s NFC taps top freeze-dried tech to target ready-to-eat market
Vietnam’s Nature Foods Company (NFC) taps APAC’s ready-to-eat (RTE) food demand with freeze-drying tech that delivers safety, nutrition, and clean-label appeal
Diageo taps premium cocktail culture and talent to fuel APAC growth
Diageo boosts its premium spirits strategy in Asia through immersive experiences to tap on consumer ‘desire for the extraordinary’
Mottainai scales up okara-based tech, expands upcycled food portfolio
‘Sustainability alone is not enough’ – Food tech firm Mottainai ramps up commercial scale beyond okara-based meat
Planet, people, nutrition: Samyang’s three-pronged sustainability drive
Samyang Foods is ramping up its eco-friendly product development and nutrition-focused offerings as part of a broader sustainability strategy
Calling all start-ups: Global Food Tech Awards seeking future food leaders
Start-ups can now enter the APAC Heat of the Global Food Tech Awards 2025, showcasing innovations from AI to personalised nutrition, until September 30
China Focus: Beef demand, SEA market localisation, protein push, and more
This edition explores China’s growing beef demand, SEA localisation strategies, Meiji’s protein push, and key trends in the nation’s food and nutrition market
聚焦澳新：AIFST、Brownes Dairy、便利与健康等
本期“聚焦澳新”包含 AIFST、Brownes Dairy、便利与健康等专题报道
China’s rising beef demand driving novel farm-to-consumer models
A specialised beef brand incubation platform is in the works in China, aiming to develop new means to meet rising local beef demand
Chinese food brands localising products to crack South East Asia
Chinese food brands are making inroads into South East Asia by localising innovation to compete with entrenched global players
Start-up Spotlight: Cultured quail, Brazil nuts, Asian snacks, and more
Vow’s cultured quail, sustainable Brazil nuts, Kantin Lab’s Asian snacks, and more feature in this roundup
4 ways omics data is shaping the future of food and nutrition
Explore four powerful ways omics data is revolutionising food decisions, leading consumers towards personalised health and nutrition
India Focus: Modi’s anti-obesity plan, better-for-you snacks, Zepto food scandal, and more
Modi’s nationwide anti-obesity drive, the rise of better-for-you snacks, Zepto e-commerce scandal, and more feature in this round-up
How Kerry’s salt and sugar reduction tech is quietly driving its bottom line
As brands face mounting pressure to cut sodium and sugar without compromising taste, reformulation is no longer a niche concern – it’s driving real commercial gains. Kerry’s behind-the-scenes tech is helping reshape everyday foods and quietly lifting margins
中東フォーカス：English Tea Shop、飲料トレンド、コーヒー
ここでは、English Tea Shop、飲料トレンド、コーヒーなどを特集しています。
サステナビリティ スニペッツ : CP Foods、食品安全の難問
今回のサステナビリティ スニペッツでは、CP Foods、食品安全の難問などを取り上げて います。
ヘルシア チョイス：抹茶オーツラテ、高タンパク質チョコレート
今回のヘルシア チョイスは、抹茶オーツ麦ラテ、高タンパク質チョコレート、層別栄養などを特集しています。
ジャパン フォーカス：明治が提唱するタンパク質摂取の優先順位、GM食品に対する意識のギャップ、パーソナライズド・ヘルス・トレンド
今回は、筋肉の成長と維持のためのタンパク質に関する明治の研究、味の素のプロテイン・アイスクリーム、日本のGM食品に対する意識の低さなどについて掘り下げています。
Japan Focus: Meiji’s call to prioritise protein intake, GM food awareness gaps, personalised health trends, and more
This edition delves into Meiji’s research into protein for muscle growth and maintenance, Ajinomoto’s protein ice cream, Japan’s low GM food awareness, and more
FBIF 2025
Meiji: Protein intake trumps exercise to build muscle gains
Meiji has urged consumers to focus on protein consumption over exercise for muscle growth and maintenance, across all groups from seniors to athletes
Winning with localisation in Asia: 3 key strategies for growth
Amid Asia’s dominant megatrend of localisation, presence, customisation, and communication are the 3 key strategies brands must adopt to thrive
Rohto reveals Eu Yan Sang growth plans and findings on TCM, microbiome
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) supplement brand Eu Yan Sang has recently launched in Australia, with plans for Japan, Vietnam, and US entry further down the road, says parent company Rohto which also revealed new findings on microbiome and TCM.
ThaiFex-Anuga Asia 2025
Coffogenic launches upcycled drink with cholesterol-lowering properties
A new award-winning functional beverage made from upcycled coffee cherries could open new doors for active cholesterol reduction and heart health
Declining wine demand spurs localised strategies in APAC
A dip in global wine demand has driven APAC firms like AWL to by tailor marketing and innovation strategies to local markets
Ajinomoto’s protein ice cream blends nutrition and indulgence
Ajinomoto has partnered Solein to create protein-enriched ice cream targeting consumers that value nutrition, health and sustainability in their indulgences
India urges cuts of oil, sugar in foods under Modi’s anti-obesity plan
Following PM Modi’s call to curb obesity, India’s FSSAI is urging states to cut oil use by 10% and roll out ‘sugar boards’ to promote healthier diets in schools
Halal food shifting local – What does this mean for global food sector?
With the halal food sector moving towards regional manufacturing over international imports, food firms worldwide could lose stakes in this trillion-dollar industry
Food safety breaches surge in South Korea as summer hits
South Korea has seen a spike in food safety violations with the arrival of summer, highlighting concerns over contamination risks and inspection failures
Suntory exclusive: New APAC VP reveals plans for 2025 growth
Suntory Global Spirit’s new APAC commercial VP has revealed his major plans to boost business growth in the region
Mulberry leaf, water chestnut tea could suppress post-meal blood sugar spike
Drinking tea made from the leaves of mulberry and husk of water chestnut could significantly suppress post-meal blood sugar spike, says a new study from Japan.
Vietnamese clean-label brand plans 2025 export push to EU, US, Asia
Vietnam’s DH Foods is eyeing 2025 global growth with clean-label sauces and soups, leveraging its additive-free expertise to go mainstream overseas
Taiwan rolls out limited-edition premium mangoes in major Singapore retailer
Taiwan has launched three premium mango ranges in Singapore’s largest supermarket chain, banking on quality to offset limited quantities this year
Sparkling wines must prioritise ‘sophisticated fun’, mixology to attract APAC female drinkers
Sparkling wine products need to prioritise a balance of sophistication, fun and mixology to attract all classes of APAC female consumers
How energy drinks are bucking health trends with rapid growth across Asia
Energy drinks are posting strong growth across Asia, defying expectations in a region increasingly shaped by health and wellness trends
India’s SGG bets on healthy snacks with 2028 US$5.8m target
SGG’s snack brand To Be Honest is targeting US$5.8m in revenue by 2028, tapping rising demand for better-for-you options in India’s booming health snack sector
Brazil nuts: Boosting health, forests, and livelihoods
Brazil nuts offer more than nutrition – they also protect rainforests and support local communities
‘Conscious consumption’: The triple threat trend food brands should be prioritising
Food brands in the APAC region must align with the global rise of ‘conscious consumption’ — where consumers prioritise health, wellness, and sustainability — in order to remain competitive
Coffee and food are key to Asia’s convenience store future
Innovations in coffee and food are redefining convenience stores in Asia, offering enhanced consumer experiences and products to one-up the competition
GROWTH ASIA SUMMIT 2025
PepsiCo: Oats could reduce age-related inflammation
Research shows that oats can lower age-related inflammation (iAge) in adults at risk for cardiovascular disease
GROWTH ASIA SUMMIT 2025
Nestlé drives product reformulation based on nutrient density
Nestlé has revealed a focus on nutrient density in its reformulation efforts to meet market-specific food product demands
Growth Asia Summit 2025
From livestreaming to mini drama ads? Six trends in China’s health foods market
Livestreaming has been a popular channel for China consumers purchasing health foods in the recent years, and product advertisements in mini dramas could become the next big thing, said an industry expert who highlighted five other health foods trends at...
GROWTH ASIA SUMMIT 2025
Mars Wrigley taps consumer obsession to fuel brand growth in APAC
New tactics emerge as a global giant rethinks how to win hearts, minds – and wallets – across a complex region
GROWTH ASIA SUMMIT 2025
Why affordable health is the ‘sweet spot’ for APAC food and nutrition growth
Asia consumers are increasingly looking for healthier foods and nutra solutions, but they are also highly price sensitive, according to data presented at our Growth Asia Summit.