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‘Food fraud vulnerability’: Are Australia’s country-of-origin labels propagating fraud opportunities?

A food fraud and labelling expert has criticised Australia’s ‘kangaroo in a triangle’ country-of-origin labels of making it easier for food fraud to take place, especially in international settings.

Below the curve: Chinese coconut milk company under fire for ‘bust-enhancing’ adverts

A Chinese coconut milk company is being investigated by local authorities for its alleged ‘vulgar’ advertisements and marketing insinuations – not least that consumption can lead to a curvy appearance and larger breasts.

Showcasing industry excellence: Entries open for the second NutraIngredients-Asia awards

Entries open today for NutraIngredients-Asia's second annual awards, held to recognise the best supplements and functional foods products, ingredients and research across Asia Pacific.

‘Beer’ or ‘malt drink’? Thailand examines non-alcoholic governance to avoid legal loophole exploitation

Thailand is putting together a working group to examine the governance of alcohol-free ‘beers’ being manufactured and produced by traditional beer breweries, in order to avoid these falling through a possible legislative loophole.

‘Careful and considerate’: UAE mineral water giant Agthia intensifies group sustainability initiatives

UAE mineral water market leader Agthia has stepped up its sustainability efforts with the announcement of new long-term goals and partnerships targeted at reducing negative impacts on the environment.

Healthier Milo: Nestlé Thailand invests US$6.6m in world-first 'no added sugar' beverage version

Nestlé Thailand has invested THB200m (US$6.6m) in its world-first no-sucrose version of Milo, in response to the country's sugar reduction policy.

Healthy Ageing APAC Summit: Top Japan brand FANCL and National University of Singapore added to agenda

Major Japanese supplement brand FANCL will be sharing its expertise on the ageing society in Japan at the second Healthy Ageing APAC Summit, which will take place in Singapore in July.

Top tips for food and beverage start-ups when collaborating with industry’s big beasts

Be interesting, be passionate and be unique. These are among the top tips for start-ups when seeking to work with MNCs, according to a panel of top food and beverage industry leaders.