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
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New Carabao beer marries affordability with low-alcohol appeal
Beverage giant Carabao has launched its new Pattaya Beach Beer, combining budget and refreshment with an eye to dominate new market segments
Hampden 1753 rum targets new drinkers with bold Jamaican roots
The new Hampden 1753 rum aims to attract new drinkers into the rum category, blending Jamaican heritage with bold aromas and flavours
Thai Union to ramp up overseas production in response to US tariffs
In response to US reciprocal tariff rates, Thai Union is planning expansions of its overseas manufacturing sites such as Ghana and the United States
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
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
Suntory reacts as CEO quits amid drug investigation
The shocking resignation of Japanese food and beverage giant Suntory’s CEO has sent shockwaves through the industry
Mengniu H1 sales hit by weak milk sales, soft demand
Weak demand and falling ambient milk sales weigh on Chinese dairy giant Mengniu’s H1 results, highlighting pressures in the local dairy market
Space-grade safety: CP Foods chicken ready for lift-off
CP Foods’ introduction of chicken with space-grade standards is breaking new ground in the food safety sector, from space missions to infinity and beyond
Food, nutra policies must match risks, not stifle competition - experts
Regulations should protect consumers by matching actual risks, but misplaced focus may hinder innovation and fair competition, experts caution
Middle East rises in global halal food manufacturing race
As demand for halal food grows, the Middle East is emerging as a strong competitor to South East Asia in global halal manufacturing
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’
Lactalis to buy Fonterra’s Mainland Group for US$2.2bn
The sale is set to complete in H1 2026 subject to approvals and farmer shareholder vote
South Korean ice cream exports to North America surge
South Korean ice cream exports are rising fast, rivalling ramyeon as a top food export driven by strong demand and popularity in the North American market
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
Ritter Sport taps pack variety and Dubai Chocolate craze for APAC push
Ritter Sport is leveraging the Dubai Chocolate craze and its expertise in multi-variety products to grow appeal with diverse consumer groups in APAC
Dark stores and deep risks: What APAC can learn from India’s Q-commerce
India’s Zepto license suspension exposes hygiene and safety risks as APAC markets embrace rapid delivery and dark store models
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
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
Agthia profits fall amid weak snack and protein demand
The firm has posted a second straight quarterly profit drop as snack and protein demand weakens, highlighting geopolitical and supply challenges in the region
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
Bigger local chickens at heart of Tanmiah-McDonald’s Saudi deal
Tanmiah and McDonald’s look to improve Saudi Arabia poultry supply chains with a focus on bigger chickens and local sourcing
Dairy’s most valuable brands: Who came top in 2025?
From Amul to Yili, here’s how dairy’s largest brands ranked this year
How Brooklyn Creamery has mastered e-commerce and cold-chain in hot markets
Cold-chain innovation by Brooklyn Creamery has powered frozen dessert delivery in challenging markets such as India and UAE
Asia-Pacific Agri-Food Innovation Summit: Resilience, food security and investment take the spotlight in Singapore
The Asia-Pacific Agri-Food Innovation Summit returns to Singapore this November to bring focus on resilience, food security and investment across APAC’s rapidly evolving agri-food landscape.
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。
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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.
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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
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
Matcha might: Could the trendy tea challenge coffee?
Matcha is moving from a niche category to a mainstream affair. Can it take on coffee?
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
Retail without borders: How AI is shaping consumer expectations in Asia
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the retail landscape by meeting growing consumer demands for convenience and personalisation, say experts
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
World’s biggest chocolate supplier moves to de-risk with cultivated cocoa
But are Barry Callebaut’s customers open to cell-based cocoa?
Vietnam’s WTO food safety update signals new growth for industry
Vietnam has announced new food safety updates at a global level, marking a new phase of growth to boost trade confidence and opportunities for local firms
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Probiotics from human milk boost physical and mental health in mothers
Breast milk is known to be good for infants, but research shows probiotics in this can benefit mothers too, opening avenues for maternal-infant products
4 things food brands must know to enter Saudi Arabia
Explore the top four insights food brands need to tap into Saudi Arabia’s fast-evolving F&B market, driven by rising demand and shifting consumer trends
Japan’s low GM food awareness slows self-sufficiency progress
New data shows under 50% of Japan consumers understand GM foods, a challenge to reaching local food self-sufficiency and production goals
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