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The palm oil and other agrifood sectors have breathed a collective sigh of relief that EUDR enforcement will be delayed. ©Getty Images

Visible relief: Palm oil industry welcomes announcement of EUDR postponement – but troubles not over yet

The palm oil and other agrifood sectors may have breathed a collective sigh of relief at the European Commission (EC) announcement that EUDR enforcement will be delayed – but experts are warning that the root problems are yet to be resolved.

Latest guidelines for infant nutrition by the WHO have ignited debates in Australia. © Getty Images

WHO infant nutrition guidelines spark controversy over complementary feeding and formula policies in Australia

World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines have ignited debate in Australia over when to introduce complementary food into an infant’s diet, and the policies governing of infant formula manufacturers.

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Sustainable soy: Nourishing the minds of the next generation to feed growing populations

Sustainably feeding growing global populations is one of the biggest challenges in food production. How can U.S. Soy Excellence Centers provide support and help food and feed producers meet demand?

The filling Vinh Foods’ Lucky Bags is enveloped in a wrapper made from pangasius surimi, instead of the typical flour-based dumpling skin. ©Seafood Expo Asia

Vietnam’s Vinh Hoan appeals to children and elderly averse to fish with surimi-wrapped dumplings

Vietnamese firm Vinh Hoan aims to appeal to children and the elderly who dislike eating fish with its surimi-wrapped dumplings, which are part of its product portfolio targeting the needs of time-strapped consumers.

GALLERY: The top 10 most read APAC food and beverage industry stories from September 2024

Here's a recap of our 10 most-read F&B stories from September 2024, including a potential world without cocoa, Asia's triple food safety threat, new alcohol labelling in ANZ and more.

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Strengthening nutritional food security in Asia-Pacific – why being part of the conversation is key

Asia Pacific faces pressing challenges driven by rapid population growth, urbanisation and climate change. What strategies can be implemented in the supply chain to strengthen food security?

Food companies' regenerative ag strategies 'lack ambition'

Beef and dairy companies put greater focus on claiming lower emissions through regenerative ag practices over embracing the concept holistically, a new report has found.

A significant portion of Southeast Asians are reluctant to drink water despite its benefits. This shift is reflected in a decline in water product launches from 2019 to 2023. © Getty Images

2024 beverage trends in South East Asia: Hydration leads non-alcoholic innovation

Beverage brands in Southeast Asia are finding growth opportunities in enhanced hydration drinks, catering to consumers across a variety of lifestyle needs, according to market intelligence firm Mintel.

Japan has warmly welcomed Taiwan’s long-awaited decision to relax import restrictions on food exports affected by the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster. ©Getty Images

‘Positive progress’: Japan rejoices over Taiwan’s relaxing of restrictions on food exports affected by Fukushima nuclear disaster

The Japanese government has warmly welcomed Taiwan’s long-awaited decision to relax import restrictions on food exports affected by the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster, dubbing this as ‘positive progress’ towards full trade recovery.

Japan Focus: Common health issues in Japan, rising interest in the Middle East, trending functional ingredients, and more

In this edition, we feature common health issues in Japan, rising interest in the Middle East as a major export market, popular functional ingredients, and more.

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A world without cocoa, Asia's top food safety risks, ANZ alcohol labelling and more trending stories feature in this edition of Hot Right Now. ©Getty Images

Hot Right Now: A world without cocoa, Asia's top food safety risks, ANZ alcohol labelling and more trending stories feature in our round-up

Soy-based foods could enhance gastrointestinal health, with fermented ones showing more consistent benefits, says a new study from Malaysia. © Getty Images

Fermented soybean shown to reduce GERD symptoms and inflammatory markers – 12-week RCT

Japanese researchers seek to develop an official nutrient profiling model for processed foods in the country. ©Getty Images

Japanese researchers develop nutrient profiling model to spur healthier food options

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Nutri-Level labelling: Indonesia plans new food labelling laws to mandate front-of-pack grading scheme

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